Laundromat Karlsruhe: Mon–Sat 6 am–11 pm
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Laundromat Karlsruhe: frequently asked questions

What customers at the laundromat Karlsruhe Weststadt-Mitte ask us most, with short answers. Wash&Go has been running self-service laundromats for almost 20 years.

30 questions in 5 topics

01 · Topic

Opening hours & directions

Is the laundromat Karlsruhe open on Sundays?

No. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays; Monday to Saturday you can wash from 6 am to 11 pm. Holidays at a glance

Is Wash&Go Karlsruhe open right now?

On weekdays and Saturdays between 6 am and 11 pm, yes, but not on public holidays. The bar at the very top of every page shows live whether it is open.

Is it open on public holidays?

No. The door stays shut on every public holiday in Baden-Württemberg, including Epiphany (6 January), Corpus Christi and All Saints' Day.

Do I need an appointment?

No. Just come by during opening hours and pick any free machine.

Where is the laundromat Karlsruhe Weststadt-Mitte?

At Sophienstraße 70, 76133 Karlsruhe, between Weststadt and Innenstadt-West, about 800 m from Europaplatz. Directions

Which stop is closest?

Mühlburger Tor with S1, S11, S2, S5, S51 and several tram lines, about a 9-minute walk. Trams 2 and 4 stop at Sophienstraße, about 8 minutes away.

Is there Wi-Fi at the laundromat Karlsruhe?

Yes, free of charge. While you wait there are chairs by the shop window and a long bench.

02 · Topic

Prices & payment

How much does washing cost at the laundromat Karlsruhe?

€5.00 per wash in the 8 kg machine or €13.50 in the 18 kg XXL machine, plus €1.50 per 10 minutes in the dryer. With the discount card from €3.80, €10.20 and €1.10. Prices

Can I pay by card at Wash&Go?

Yes. The payment terminal accepts all major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, notes, coins and the discount card. Afterwards you start the machine itself.

Do I get a receipt?

Yes, the terminal prints a receipt for every payment, useful for expenses, bookkeeping or your landlord.

Does the laundromat Karlsruhe charge by weight?

No. You pay per wash: €5.00 for 8 kg, €13.50 for the 18 kg XXL machine.

Is there a subscription at Wash&Go Karlsruhe?

No. No customer number, no contract, no base fee: you pay for what you are washing today.

How much is a duvet at the laundromat Karlsruhe?

€13.50 for the XXL washer plus the dryer at €1.50 per 10 minutes. With 20 minutes of drying that is €16.50, with the discount card from €12.40.

03 · Topic

Washing & drying

How many machines does the laundromat Karlsruhe Weststadt-Mitte have?

14 washers for 8 kg, 2 XXL washers for 18 kg and 8 dryers for 20 kg.

How does a laundromat work?

Load your laundry, enter the machine number at the payment terminal and pay, then press start on the machine. Step by step

How long does a wash take at Wash&Go?

About 35 minutes. Drying usually adds 20 to 40 minutes, so around an hour in total.

Do I need my own detergent?

No. The payment terminal sells detergent for €0.70 (with the discount card from €0.50) and fabric softener for €0.40 (from €0.30). You may bring your own.

Do I have to stay while my laundry washes?

No, you can run errands in between. Just be back on time when the programme ends, otherwise the next customer has to wait.

Can I use several machines at once?

Yes. You choose and pay for each machine separately at the payment terminal.

Do down duvets fit in the machine?

Yes, the 18 kg XXL washer takes large duvets and pillows. Then move them to one of the 20 kg dryers. Washing duvets

What is not allowed at the laundromat Karlsruhe?

Shoes (they damage drum and shoe), dyeing (the colour stays for the next person), pet blankets (many customers have allergies), workwear soiled with oil or petrol and rigid rugs. Flexible rugs are fine.

Can I drop off my laundry at Wash&Go?

No. Wash&Go is a self-service laundry in Karlsruhe: professional machines, no booking, no drop-off service.

04 · Topic

Discount card

How much do I save with the discount card?

Every top-up earns a bonus: €10 → €11, €20 → €23, €30 → €36, €50 → €62.50. That is up to 25 %. Discount card

Where do I get the discount card?

From the payment terminal at the laundromat Karlsruhe Weststadt-Mitte, for a €5 deposit. The minimum term is 3 months.

Does the discount card work in Oststadt too?

Yes. It is valid at all 7 Wash&Go laundromats, including the laundromat Karlsruhe-Oststadt, Ludwigsburg and Stuttgart.

Can a hotel or company top up the card?

Yes. Companies and holiday flat hosts use the discount card as a team card, top it up and hand it to their staff, no cash needed.

Do I get the deposit for the discount card back?

Call the support hotline 0711 96893785 from the laundromat and you get your €5 deposit back. Remaining credit is not paid out.

05 · Topic

About Wash&Go

Who runs the laundromat Karlsruhe?

Wash&Go, a chain of self-service laundromats since 2009 with 7 laundromats in Stuttgart, Ludwigsburg and Karlsruhe. Each has its own location manager. washandgo.com

Where else is there a Wash&Go?
Who do I contact if something goes wrong?

The support hotline 0711 96893785 or WhatsApp. We help you even while you are standing at the payment terminal.