Karlsruhe Palace

Karlsruhe Palace is the historic heart of the city, a striking baroque building that fans out from a central point, giving Karlsruhe its unique radial layout. Visitors approach along a long avenue, passing through manicured gardens before reaching the palace itself. The palace houses the Badisches Landesmuseum, but even without entering, the exterior and grounds are worth exploring. The palace gardens are vast and include a botanical garden, fountains, and walking paths. The view from the palace steps down the central avenue is iconic. Inside, the museum's exhibits span millennia, but the palace's own state rooms, with their ornate ceilings and period furnishings, are a highlight. The symmetry and scale of the palace make it a must-see landmark.

Don't miss

• The palace's central dome and the panoramic view from its base
• The baroque state rooms with original stucco and frescoes
• The sprawling palace gardens, including the botanical garden
• The 'Fächer' (fan) layout of streets radiating from the palace
• The changing exhibitions in the museum's special galleries

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Karlsruhe Palace

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