Augustusburg Palace in Bruehl

The 18th century Rococo Palace, built by order of the Archbishop and Elector of Cologne, Clemens August Bavarian. Located in a beautiful landscaped park. The territory can be visited freely (opening hours). And here find the opening hours of the palace itself.


At the beginning of the 19th century, the palace was captured by Napoleon, and in 1877 it was used by Wilhelm I as his residence.


Due to the fact that the palace is located near Bonn, international receptions were held here during the times of the Federal Republic of Germany.








Tourists usually visit the second palace of this complex - the hunting castle Falkenlust. It is located 2 km away and we did not know about it.


Getting there: parking N 50 49.711 E 6 54.737. Brühl railway station is located right in front of the entrance to the palace.