Kunst im TunnelAbout Kunst im Tunnel
Kunst im Tunnel (KiT) is an underground contemporary art exhibition space in Düsseldorf, Germany, established as a satellite venue of the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen in 2007. It occupies a distinctive subterranean space beneath the Rheinufertunnel close to the Rhine promenade.
The venue hosts rotating temporary exhibitions of contemporary and experimental art, with programs that emphasize installation, video and site-specific projects. Exhibition runs change regularly so repeat visits often present different artists and formats.
Opened in 2007 by the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, KiT was created to expand the museum’s capacity for temporary and experimental projects beyond the main K20 collection. It has since operated as a platform for shorter-term shows and younger curatorial initiatives.
KiT sits beside the Rhine riverfront in central Düsseldorf, directly adjacent to the Rheinturm and within walking distance of the K20 museum building and MedienHafen district.
- Location tip: Located beneath the Rheinufertunnel next to the Rheinturm and adjacent to the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen K20 building, making combined visits convenient.
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Best Time to Visit Kunst im Tunnel
Open year-round; best combined with a walk on the Rhine promenade. Exhibitions rotate frequently, so check ahead.
Weather & Climate near Kunst im Tunnel
Kunst im Tunnel's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (784 mm/year), distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 1° - 5° | -1° | 67 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 1° - 7° | 0° | 52 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 3° - 10° | 4° | 67 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 5° - 14° | 8° | 52 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 67 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 12° - 22° | 17° | 79 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 14° - 24° | 19° | 72 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 14° - 24° | 19° | 61 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 11° - 19° | 15° | 65 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 15° | 11° | 61 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 9° | 4° | 67 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 2° - 7° | 1° | 74 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
How to Get to Kunst im Tunnel
Kunst im Tunnel sits on the Rhine promenade near the Rheinufer in central Düsseldorf. From Düsseldorf Hbf (main station) it’s a 15-20 minute walk along the river or a short tram ride to Heinrich-Heine-Allee; the tunnel entrance is reached from Mannesmannufer. Limited nearby parking exists but public transit is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Kunst im Tunnel
- Enter from the Mannesmannufer promenade and look for the iron staircase down to the tunnel entrance - it's easy to miss until reached.
- Bring a small flashlight or camera when exploring darker installations, but check gallery rules first - some exhibits depend on controlled lighting.
- Check the rotating exhibition schedule online; the tunnel hosts intense short-run projects that change frequently.