Sanssouci Castle

Planning by Knobelsdorff began in 1744 based on sketches made by Friedrich II. The palace, its outbuildings and gardens are regarded as the architect's main achievements and as characteristic examples of contemporary rococo architecture.

Stiftung Preussische Schlösser und Garten
Postfach 60 14 61
D-14414 Potsdam (Brandenburg)
Tel.: +49 (0) 3 31/9 69 4-0
Fax: +49 (0) 3 31/9 69 4-1 02

Special features:

• UNESCO world heritage site
• music festival in June
• Potsdam Palace nights in August

Visiting times:
Apr-Oct Tue-Sun 9 am-5 pm
Nov-March Tue-Sun 9 am-4 pm

Tel.: +49 (0) 3 31/9 69 40 (tours & information)