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Schloss Benrath (Benrath Palace) is a Baroque-style maison de plaisance - a pleasure palace - in Benrath, a borough of Düsseldorf. The palace was built for the Elector Palatine Charles Theodor and his wife, Countess Palatine Elisabeth Auguste of Sulzbach.Construction of the palace began in 1755 and was completed in 1770. The main building features a museum with guided tours. The two wings house two other museums, namely: the Museum for European Garden Art and the Museum of Natural History in the west wing.

ENMuseum for European Garden Art, Museum of Natural History & Corps de Logis
DEMuseum für Europäische Gartenkunst, Museum für Naturkunde & Museum Corps de Logis

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Schloss Benrath
Benrather Schloßallee 100-106

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Opening hours

Monday
11:00 – 17:00
Tuesday
11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday Closed
Thursday Closed
Friday
14:00 – 17:00
Saturday
11:00 – 18:00
Sunday
11:00 – 18:00
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Admission

0 – 6Free
7 – 17€6.50
Adults€12.00
Reduced€10.00
Family€28.00

Admission to special exhibition: 10.00 €

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Location & Map

Benrather Schloßallee 100-106, Düsseldorf

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Exhibitions

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Schloss Benrath Reviews

Schloss Benrath has 2 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Schloss Benrath, located in Düsseldorf, Germany, is a well-preserved 18th-century Baroque palace that offers visitors a glimpse into the lavish lifestyle of the past. The palace's striking pink exterior and symmetrical design immediately capture attention. Inside, visitors can explore the beautifully maintained rooms, featuring period furniture, intricate decorations, and impressive artworks. The guided tours provide informative insights into the palace's history and architecture, though some visitors note that more detailed information in English would be beneficial.

    The surrounding gardens and park are a highlight for many, offering a serene environment for walks and relaxation. The meticulously landscaped grounds showcase formal gardens, fountains, and tree-lined paths, making it a popular spot for both tourists and locals alike.

    While the palace itself is impressive, some visitors mention that the museum part could be more extensive, with a desire for more interactive exhibits or additional historical context. The Natural History Museum located in a wing of the palace receives mixed reviews, with some finding it interesting and others considering it somewhat dated.

    Accessibility can be an issue for some visitors, as parts of the palace are only viewable through guided tours, which may have limited availability or language options. Additionally, photography is restricted inside the palace, which disappoints some visitors.

    Overall, Schloss Benrath offers a pleasant and educational experience, combining architectural beauty with historical significance. It's particularly appealing to those interested in European palace architecture and garden design, though it may not be as comprehensive or interactive as some larger palace museums.

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    Artemis • Oct 8, 2023

    If you don't speak German, don't bother with the guided tour. 87 minutes for 3 sentences not in German: "this is the bed where the electress slept.", "This door is fake", "Thomas Jefferson came here once".

    We asked, in German, if he spoke English, and made it clear 2 of the 3 of us didn't speak any German. To which he said yes, he did speak English... and then continued to exclusively speak in German for the entire tour; making NO effort to give us any information.

    When I translated 2 questions to ask him, questions about the sculpture/artwork around us; the answer both times was "I don't know".

    Save your euro and buy 2 beers/person instead.

    Garden is pretty, and FREE

    Visited on Oct 8, 2023

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