About
Sanssouci Palace (Schloss Sanssouci) stands in Potsdam, in the German state of Brandenburg, just outside Berlin. It is the summer palace of Frederick the Great and is often called the Prussian Versailles. Its rococo design and its gardens have earned it UNESCO World Heritage status.
What to expect
The palace is a rococo building, and visitors come to see its interiors and its setting. The palace sits within a large park, so the visit is as much about walking through the grounds as it is about the rooms inside. Allow time for both.
- Rococo architecture and interiors, typical of the palace's period
- Extensive gardens laid out around the palace
- A setting that suits a relaxed half-day or full day out
Getting there and around
The palace is at Maulbeerallee in Potsdam, 14469. Potsdam is a short journey from Berlin, which makes the palace a natural stop for anyone already visiting the German capital. Because the grounds are large, comfortable shoes are a sensible choice.
Around the palace
Potsdam itself offers further historic sites and a town centre to explore, so a visit to Sanssouci fits well into a wider day in the area. For questions before you travel, the palace can be reached by telephone at +49 331 9694200.