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Sanssouci Palace

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Sanssouci Palace
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Sanssouci Palace in Fläming, Germany is an impressive baroque palace and a popular tourist destination.

Sanssouci Palace is located in the Fläming region of Germany. The imposing baroque palace was built in the 18th century by Frederick the Great and is considered a masterpiece of architecture. With its magnificent gardens, terraces and fountains, the palace attracts thousands of visitors every year. Inside the palace, guests can admire historic rooms, including the famous concert hall with its impressive ceiling paintings. In addition to visiting the castle, you can also take a walk through the extensive park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you can enjoy the marvellous natural surroundings and discover other sights such as the New Palace or the Chinese Tower.

Opening times

April to October

Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Monday: Closed

November to March

Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Monday: Closed
Christmas Eve: Closed
Christmas Day: 10:00 - 17:00
Boxing Day: 10:00 - 17:00
New Year's Eve: 10:00 - 14:00
New Year's Day: 11:00 - 17:00

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Public transport

By train to Potsdam railway station, then by bus to Sanssouci Palace

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Parking

Large car park north of the castle

Coordinates

52.403361, 13.038368

DMS

52°24'12.1"N 13°02'18.1"E

UTM

33U 366553 5807713

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Sanssouci Palace

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Maulbeerallee
14469 Potsdam
+49 331 96940 http://www.potsdam-park-sanssouci.de/sanssouci.html

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