Cecilienhof Palace (Schloss Cecilienhof)
Potsdam, Germany
Did you know?
- Construction started
- April 1914
- Type
- Castle in Potsdam, Germany
Visitor information
- Address: Im Neuen Garten 11, 14469 Potsdam, Germany
- Phone: +49 331 9694200
- Official website: https://www.spsg.de/schloesser-gaerten/objekt/schloss-cecilienhof/
People also ask
Why is Cecilienhof Palace closed?
Closed due to restoration work The country house and its history can be explored in virtual tours and digital exhibitions on Google Arts and Culture. Cecilienhof Country House, built from 1913–17 according to plans by Paul Schultze in the style of a country manor, was the last palace erected by the Hohenzollerns.
What is there to see inside Cecilienhof?
The upper floor housed the private apartments of the crown prince and princess, which, following their restoration, now convey an impression of the upscale living culture of the early 20th century. A cabinet of the crown princess, designed as a ship's cabin, has also been preserved in its original form.
Who lived at Cecilienhof Palace?
A settlement between the state and the family made Cecilienhof property of the state but granted a right of residence to Wilhelm and Cecilie.
Is it worth visiting Potsdam from Berlin?
Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Potsdam is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It was once home to the former royal palace and gardens of the Prussian Royal Family and German Kaisers. Situated just 24km from central Berlin, Potsdam offers the perfect combination of art and nature.