Imperial residence - royal prison
Wilhelmshöhe Palace was built in several stages from 1786 under Landgrave Wilhelm IX. Before that, an Augustinian monastery and later a hunting lodge had already stood on the same site. The middle part of the castle in particular was completely destroyed during the Second World War. Between 1968 and 1974, the building was rebuilt and converted for museum use.
Different collections under one roof
Today, Wilhelmshöhe Palace houses an antiquities collection, the Old Masters Picture Gallery, the graphics collection and a library. In addition, the museum offers space for special exhibitions.
Good to know
Eligibility
for Children of all Ages
Organization
