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Magdalenenklause
Hidden Architectural Ruin in Nymphenburg Palace Park
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München: First Steps10 pts
München: Explorer25 pts
München: Insider50 pts
The Magdalenenklause is an artificial ruin created in 1725 by Joseph Effner for Max Emanuel. Nestled in a secluded part of the Nymphenburg Palace Park, it features grotto-like interiors. It is an early example of ruin architecture in European garden design, embodying the tradition of Memento mori.
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The Magdalenenklause is considered one of the first ruin architectures in European garden design.
Quick Facts
- Heritage Status
- Architectural Heritage Monument
- Opening Hours
- Apr 01-Oct 15 09:00-18:00; Oct 16-Mar 31 off
- Wheelchair Access
- Not accessible
Evidence and review
- Authorship
- Authorship unavailable
- Publication approval
- Approval provenance unavailable
- Editorial review
- Not reviewed
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