
Schloss Köpenick
A Baroque Gem Amidst Berlin's Greenery
Did you know?
The architect Rutger van Langevelt designed the baroque Köpenick Palace, which is situated on an island with origins dating back to the early 9th century.
Quick Facts
- Architect
- Rutger van Langevelt
- Architectural Style
- Baroque
- Heritage Status
- Partial Heritage Site
- Wheelchair Access
- Partially accessible
Guided Story
Imagine you're stepping into a scene from the 17th century, surrounded by the grandeur of baroque art. Look to your left, and you'll see the charming Schlosskirche. Here, where you're standing, it all began back in the early 9th century. Can you hear whispers of the past? Behind you, across the water, the river murmurs, as if sharing secrets from long ago. Did you know this castle was once a hunting lodge? Noblemen came here not just for the hunt but for tranquility and retreat. As you take in the intricate details of the architecture, you become a part of this ongoing story.
Location
Nearby

Lange Brücke

Schlossinsel

Schlosskirche Köpenick

Rathaus Köpenick

Alt-Köpenick

Station Köpenick/Luisenhain 2

Gedenkstein Johann Julius Hecker
