Mannheim Palace

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Wander through the historic halls of this lavish palace, once visited by Mozart, for a look at its frescoes and period décor.

Mannheim Palace is an impressive Baroque structure that initially served as residence to the prince-electors of the House of Wittelsbach. It was completed in 1760 and played an important role in the city’s cultural history. Take a guided tour of the large structure for a glimpse into the opulence of its interior.

Arrive in the courtyard and capture photos of the elaborate façade, comprising symmetrical wings with off-white and red background and framing. The structure is nearly 1,500 feet (450 meters) wide and covers an area of 15 acres (6 hectares) in total, making it one of the largest palaces in Europe.

Rent or download an audio guide for a better understanding of the various parlors. Admire the impressive appearance of the Mittelbau main hall, which now contains the library halls of University of Mannheim. Browse the intriguing items on display in the palace museum in this section. The Ehrenhof West and Ehrenhof East halls on either side of the central section contain mostly lecture halls today.

Paintings, porcelain and silverware decorate the displays alongside impressive tapestries. Chat with docents about the history of the palace and admire the period furniture in the many halls and chambers. The first resident was Carl Theodor, a prince-elector who was an art and music enthusiast. Among his illustrious invitees was composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Visit the palace from Tuesday through Sunday from morning until late afternoon. Guided tours are available on weekends and public holidays hourly from late morning to late afternoon. There is a fee to enter, with discounts for children, students and groups.

The Mannheim Palace forms the southwestern part of University of Mannheim in the city center. Walk northwest for 10 minutes from the Mannheim Train Station to get here or ride the tram to the Universität stop. Visit nearby landmarks, such as Friedrichspark, the Mannheim Jesuit Church and the Museum Zeughaus.

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