In the location's words:

Benrath Palace is located in the southern district of Benrath in the North Rhine-Westphalian state capital of Düsseldorf. It was built from 1755 to 1773 under the direction of Nicolas de Pigage on behalf of Elector Karl Theodor von der Pfalz as a widow's residence for Electress Elisabeth Auguste.

Frequently asked questions about Benrath Palace:

1. what is Benrath Palace and why was it built?

Benrath Palace is a baroque pleasure palace commissioned by Elector Karl Theodor in 1755. The complex was designed as a so-called maison de plaisance, a place for recreation, hunting and prestigious garden parties. Architect Nicolas de Pigage designed the palace in such a way that architecture and nature complement each other perfectly via visual axes, paths and water features. Benrath Palace is thus the ideal embodiment of the courtly architecture of the late Baroque period at the transition to Classicism.

2. is Benrath Palace Park freely accessible?

Yes, Benrath Palace Park is open to the public and free of charge all year round. With its mirror pond, parterre garden and historic avenues, it is one of the most beautiful parks in Düsseldorf. More than 80 bird species and over 300 beetle species live in the park - a real natural paradise in the middle of Benrath.

3 Why was Benrath Palace proposed as a UNESCO World Heritage candidate?

Benrath Palace is exceptionally well preserved and is considered a rare example of a fully preserved Baroque planning complex in which architecture, garden design and sculpture are perfectly intertwined. This uniqueness, combined with its historical significance for the Düsseldorf-Benrath region, makes the complex a valuable cultural heritage site of international relevance.

4. is Benrath Palace barrier-free?

Due to the historical structure of the castle, the individual buildings are only accessible to a limited extent. You can find detailed information on accessibility here.

5. is there a café at Benrath Palace and what does it offer?

Yes, there is a cozy castle café right next to the castle with homemade cakes, cappuccino and espresso made by baristas. A varied breakfast is also on offer - at weekends from 10 am to 1 pm and on Mondays and Tuesdays from 11 am to 1 pm. Reservations for breakfast are requested by telephone (0211 - 26179248). The café can also be hired for private events; inquiries are accepted by e-mail(schlosscafe@schloss-benrath.de).

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