- Type: Landmarks
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NileGuide Expert Says:
Concerts are frequently held in the main lawn during summer evenings. Check the website to see if an event is planned.
Description:
- With a longer facade than the Palace of Versailles, Schloß Nymphenberg was the impressive summer residence of the Wittelsbachs. Because the palace was built in several phases from 1664 onwards, various architects are credited with its construction, among them Barelli, Zucalli and Viscardi. The Stone Hall is particularly impressive and the famous 'Schönheitengalerie' (Gallery of the Beauties) is also a must, containing the portraits of 36 local women. The palace grounds are particularly pleasant in the warmer months, fusing French and English landscaping techniques to great effect. A few interesting smaller palaces can be found in the park: the Amalienburg, Pagodenburg and Badenburg. Built in 1721, this was modern Europe's first swimming pool. The Marstallmuseum boasts a comprehensive display of carriages, sleds and crockery; the Meditationskapelle (Meditation Chapel) with its Magdalenenklause is also worth a visit.
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Awards:
Frommer's
- Very Highly Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: +49 89 17 9080
- fax: +49 89 1790 8627
- send email
Address:
- Schlossrondell
- Nymphenburg
- München, Bayern 80638
Neighborhood:
NymphemburgHours:
- 10a-4p M-Su
Strenuousness:
- No Sweat
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