Mosigkau

Palace and palace garden

Mosigkau Palace is unique in the Garden Realm of Dessau-Wörlitz: As a charming example of Rococo architecture, it captivates with its elegant but also playful design. The building exudes a special lightness, with magnificent jewellery combined with a harmonious, symmetrical structure – both outside and inside.

History

Little Sanssouci

The history of the palace begins with a generous gesture by Prince Leopold I of Anhalt-Dessau, better known as the “Old Dessauer”. He gave his favourite daughter Anna Wilhelmine of Anhalt-Dessau the estates on which the castle was built from 1752 onwards as her summer residence.

The construction work was under the supervision of Christian Friedrich Damm, but there are indications that the designs could possibly have come from the famous Prussian master builder Georg Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff. So it’s no wonder that Mosigkau Palace is often affectionately referred to as “little Sanssouci”.

Come on in!

What to expect

A guest of Anna Wilhelmine

guided Tours

The interiors of the palace exude an elegant opulence, which is reflected in the many details – from ornate stucco work to sumptuous furniture and precious wall coverings. It is a place that perfectly captures the spirit of Rococo and offers an impressive view of the world of the 18th century. You shouldn’t miss it.

Opening hours and guided tours 2024

16 March to 30 April
Sat, Sun, holidays 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

1 May to 30 September
Tue-Sun, public holidays 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

1 October to 31 October
Sat, Sun, holidays 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

An individual tour of the gallery hall and the cabinets is possible at any time during opening hours.

Guided tours of the castle: 2:00 p.m.
Family tour: Sun 11:00 a.m.

Combined palace and park tour:
March, April, October 2024
Sat, Sun, holidays 11:00 a.m.
May to September 2024
Tue–Sat 11:00 a.m.

Prices

Participation in a guided tour of the palace or individual tour of the gallery hall and the cabinets
€ 9.00, concessions € 7.00
Children up to 16 years of age free when accompanied by an adult

Guided tours outside opening hours are possible by appointment at special conditions.

Discounts
for groups of 15 or more people
Students up to 25 years of age, trainees, unemployed, severely disabled persons (accompanying person free), holders of volunteer cards of the city of Dessau-Roßlau

Other conditions
Guided tour for school classes (max. 3 accompanying persons) and
Guided tours for student groups (max. 1 accompanying person, art history, history, restoration, horticulture, etc. of all universities and universities of applied sciences) € 3.00 per person

Combined tickets

Group tour of the palace and park
from 10 people, only after registration
14,00 €

3-Schlösserkarte
You can choose from the castles in Oranienbaum, Mosigkau, Luisium and Gothic House in Wörlitz (valid for a whole season).
19,00 €

Further information

Schloss Mosigkau
Knobelsdorffallee 2–3
D-06847 Dessau-Roßlau
OT Mosigkau
Phone +49 (0) 3 40.50 25 57 21
schloss-mosigkau@gartenreich.de

Visiting the garden

Strolling in the palace garden

Here you can let yourself drift in peace and enjoy the little surprises that the palace garden has in store. Magnificent flower beds in summer, elegant orangeries, an amusing maze, a hidden fish pond and an area converted into an English landscape garden invite you to stroll, discover and dream.

Opening hours palace garden

The garden is open all year round and is accessible free of charge. Please note the evening closing times.

April to October
8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

December to February
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

November and March
9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

In the event of weather events, closures may take place at short notice. There is a limited winter service.

Guided palace garden tours 2024

Only by appointment and for groups of 10 or more:
9.00 €

Guided tours outside opening hours are possible by appointment at special conditions.

App

Marvel at masterpieces

52 paintings have been waiting in the gallery hall for centuries to be examined closely. Top-class works of Flemish and Dutch painting are presented here close together in original Baroque hanging, including paintings by Peter Paul Rubens, Jan Brueghel the Elder and Anthony van Dyck.

It’s a good thing that you can move through the magical hall at your own pace, discover details and listen to the stories of the works of art and their painters – via app! Explore the image gallery of Mosigkau Palace: Install the app

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    Touristinformation

    in the kitchen building at Wörlitz Palace
    Kirchgasse 35, D-06785 Oranienbaum-Wörlitz
    Phone +49 (0) 3 49 05.3 10 09
    info@welterbe-gartenreich.de
    www.welterbe-gartenreich.de

    Opening hours 2024

    January to 15 March, November, December:
    Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m

    . March 16 to October 31:
    Monday to Thursday, Sunday 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    Friday and Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.