Unlocking the Van Gogh Gallery: Using the Now on display filter to Plan Your Visit

Want to know exactly which Vincent van Gogh paintings you’ll see before you set off? The Now on display filter makes planning simple. With around 30–40 Van Gogh paintings on view in the Van Gogh Gallery at any given time, this quick online check helps you set expectations, avoid disappointment, and make the most of your day.

The Kröller-Müller Museum is often called the second home of Van Gogh and houses one of the finest Van Gogh collections in the world. Using the Now on display filter ensures you can find the works currently hanging in the galleries before you arrive.

What is the Now on display filter?

The Now on display filter is a feature of the museum’s online collection search that shows which artworks are currently on view in the museum and sculpture garden. It’s the most reliable way to see which Van Gogh paintings you can experience during your visit.

• Where to use it: the museum’s online collection search
• What it shows: artworks currently on view, including Van Gogh paintings in the Van Gogh Gallery
• Why it helps: displays change due to conservation and loans, so checking ahead prevents surprises

Quick answer: To see which Van Gogh works are on view now, open the collection search and select the Now on display filter.

Step-by-step: How to use the Now on display filter

1. Open the online collection search: Search the collection.
2. Search for the artist: type “Vincent van Gogh” (or a specific title you’re hoping to see).
3. Activate the filter: click the Now on display filter to narrow results to works currently on view.
4. Scan the results: note which paintings are showing in the Van Gogh Gallery and elsewhere in the museum.
5. Recheck before traveling: displays can change, so verify shortly before your visit.

Pro tip: The Now on display filter works for the entire museum and the sculpture garden—ideal if you’re planning a full-day experience.

What to expect in the Van Gogh Gallery

• A focused showcase: The Van Gogh Gallery presents around 30–40 paintings from the museum’s Van Gogh collection at the heart of the building.
• A clear route: The gallery is arranged as a corridor around a small patio. Start with Van Gogh’s Dutch period and continue to the lighter, more colorful works from France.
• Highlights from a major collection: The museum’s Van Gogh holdings encompass 88 paintings and 180 drawings. Displays rotate, but you may encounter major works such as The Potato Eaters.
• A living tradition of travel and loans: Works from the Van Gogh collection regularly travel abroad so international audiences can enjoy them as well.

Note: Terrace of a Café at Night (Place du Forum) is absent from the museum for one year as of 1 September 2025 due to a loan for a major Van Gogh exhibition in Japan. While it’s away, you can still experience the café terrace in a unique way at the museum’s Join Vincent on his Terrace.

Why displays change (and why the filter matters)

• Conservation and light-sensitivity: Paintings—especially works on paper—benefit from controlled exposure to preserve color and materials. Rotations help protect them.
• Loans and exhibitions: The museum has a long tradition of lending Van Gogh’s works to exhibitions at home and abroad, so the lineup in the gallery can vary.
• Curatorial updates: The collection is presented in varying combinations across the museum to highlight different stories and movements.

The Now on display filter reflects these changes in real time, giving you the most up-to-date view of what you’ll see.

Pair the filter with on-site tools

• Audio tour (Podcatcher): Hear background stories for around 30 artworks, including Van Gogh.
  • Languages: Dutch, English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Duration: up to 90 minutes
  • Price: €2.50
• Guided tours (permanent collection): Dive deeper into the highlights of the museum with an expert guide.
  • Duration: 1 hour
  • Languages: Dutch, English, German; French and Japanese on request
  • Group size: max. 15 people
  • Price: €100 per group

Tip: If you prefer a structured, story-led visit, reserve a guided tour; if you like flexibility, rent the audio tour when you arrive.

Practical planning tips

• Secure your tickets early: Reserve your museum tickets in advance. Also arrange your De Hoge Veluwe National Park ticket (and parking if needed); without a valid park ticket, you cannot visit the museum. Start here: Plan your visit.
• Beat the crowds: On weekdays, the museum is usually quieter after 14:00. Consider starting in the sculpture garden for a calm beginning.
• Accessibility: The museum is accessible by wheelchair or mobility scooter. Wheelchairs and walkers are available to borrow, and large-print texts are available at the entrance.
• Cloakroom & bags: Use the cloakroom or lockers for large items. Backpacks can be handed in or carried on your stomach.
• Photography: You may take photos without flash, tripod, or selfie stick.
• Conservation etiquette: Artworks are fragile—please keep a respectful distance and do not touch.

Make the most of your Van Gogh visit

• Explore the Van Gogh story and collection overview: Van Gogh collection
• Confirm which paintings you’ll see: use the Now on display filter in the collection search
• Plan logistics, tickets and timing: Plan your visit

FAQs

How many Van Gogh paintings are on display?

Around 30–40 Van Gogh paintings are typically on view in the Van Gogh Gallery.

Where is the Van Gogh Gallery located in the museum?

At the heart of the building, arranged as a corridor around a small patio.

Can I check which Van Gogh works are on view today?

Yes. Use the online collection search and select the Now on display filter.

Is Terrace of a Café at Night (Place du Forum) on view?

It is on loan for one year as of 1 September 2025 and not on display during that period. There is an on-site experience, Join Vincent on his Terrace, while the painting is away.

Are audio tours available?

Yes. The audio tour costs €2.50, runs up to 90 minutes, and is available in eight languages.

When is the museum quieter?

On weekdays, there are usually fewer visitors after 14:00.

Conclusion

If seeing specific Van Gogh paintings is a priority, the Now on display filter is your best friend. Check what’s hanging before you go, then pair your visit with an audio tour or a guided experience for deeper insight. Ready to plan? Use the collection search to confirm what’s on view, then secure your tickets and park access.

Call to action: Check the Now on display filter now, then book your visit: Plan your visit.