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Schloss Oranienburg
Schlossplatz 2
Potsdam
Brandenburg
03301-537-437
Type: Sightseeing
Cost: $5
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Potsdam
Brandenburg
03301-537-437
Type: Sightseeing
Cost: $5
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Also in town is Schloss Oranienburg the oldest Baroque palace in Brandenburg. It was built for Louise-Henriette of Orange, the Dutch-born first wife of the Great Elector, in 1651. It became the
favored residence of Elector Frederick III (later Frederick I, King of Prussia. During the 19th and 20th centuries, it saw duty as a residence, factory, conference center, and military camp.
Open to the public are the reception rooms as well as private apartments of the King and other nobles. Most of the decorations are in the style of the late 16th century and show life in the Prussian court around 1700. Quality art is on display, including paintings and sculptures.
Opening hours are April to October, Tuesday to Sunday, 10 amto 6 pm; November to March on weekends only, 10 am to 5 pm. Admission is Euro 4. In summer, the guided tour (Eruo 1) is optional; in winter the tour is compulsory, but free.
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