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Palace · Düsseldorf, Renânia do Norte-Vestfália
Schloss Benrath
18th-century Baroque summer and hunting palace in the south of Düsseldorf, with gardens and a park that extend to the Reno and three museums housed in the ensemble's buildings.
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About Schloss Benrath
Schloss Benrath was built between 1755 and 1771 for the prince-elector Carl Theodor do Palatinado, to a design by the French architect Nicolas de Pigage. It is a maison de plaisance—a leisure and hunting palace—planned as a unit together with the gardens, the lakes and the park that stretches to the Reno.
From the outside the main building, the Corps de Logis, looks like it has only one and a half stories, but inside it has four floors and about 80 rooms, connected to the side wings by underground passages. Highlights include the entrance hall and the domed salon.
The complex houses three museums: the palace museum in the Corps de Logis, a museum of garden art and a natural history museum. The park, with long avenues and reflective ponds, is open and widely used for walks. Guided tours of the palace are offered, including some in English; check the program before you go.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
2 to 3 hours, including the park.
Best time
From April to October, when the gardens are at their greenest. In December the palace usually hosts a Christmas market; check the dates.
How to get there
Take the S-Bahn to Düsseldorf-Benrath station and walk about 10 minutes. There's also a tram from the center. The palace is about 12 km south of the Altstadt.
Tip
To see the interior, plan for a guided tour; there are English-language times on some days. Bags and umbrellas are left at the cloakroom, food and drink are not allowed in the historic rooms, and high heels are discouraged to protect the floors.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Schloss Benrath
How do I get to Schloss Benrath?
By S-Bahn to Düsseldorf-Benrath station and then about a 10-minute walk, or by tram from the center.
Can you visit the palace interior?
Yes, on guided tours, some in English. Check times on the official website.
Is the trip worth it if I only have one day in Düsseldorf?
With only one day, prioritize Altstadt, Königsallee and the riverside. Benrath fits better on a second day.