Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Sanssouci Palace with our comprehensive collection of questions and answers (FAQ). Here you will find all essential information about the “where, how, what, and why” of this historic jewel. If you feel that anything is missing, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Compilation of Questions & Answers about Sanssouci Palace
We have compiled all important questions about Sanssouci Palace for you on this page. If a question is missing, please feel free to write to us.
Where is Sanssouci Palace located?
Sanssouci Palace is located in Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, at Maulbeerallee, 14469 Potsdam.
How do I best get to Sanssouci Palace?
The state capital of Potsdam is easily accessible by almost all means of transport. You can reach Potsdam conveniently from all directions, whether by car or by train.
Although traveling by car may seem practical at first glance, we recommend using public transportation. Within the city, trams, buses, and ferries operate day and night.
We have compiled useful information for your journey to assist you in planning your arrival.
Can I park near Sanssouci Palace?
Yes, you can. The following parking facilities are available at Sanssouci Palace or in the vicinity of Sanssouci Park. We have compiled an overview of parking options at Sanssouci Palace for you here.
Who built Sanssouci Palace?
Based on sketches by the king, Georg Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff prepared the design drawings. The construction was carried out by Ludwig Persius, Johann Gottfried Büring, Carl Ludwig Hildebrandt, and Jan Bouman.
When was Sanssouci Palace built?
1745 to 1747
How large are Sanssouci Palace and Sanssouci Park?
Covering an area of approximately 290 hectares (around 400 football fields) and featuring about 70 kilometers of pathways, Park Sanssouci is one of the largest landscaped parks in the world and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990 under the designation of UNESCO.
What does the word “Sanssouci” mean?
Meaning / Definition:
Origin of the term: Sanssouci (French: sans souci) literally means “without worry” or “free from care.”
What are the opening hours of Sanssouci Palace?
Opening hours vary depending on the summer or winter season. You can find detailed information about the opening hours of Sanssouci Palace here.
How much are the ticket prices for Sanssouci Palace?
Price: €14.00
Reduced price: €10.00
Additional pricing categories are available. This ticket is valid for Sanssouci Palace only. We recommend the Sanssouci+ Combined Ticket, which entitles you to a one-time visit to all* palaces of the Stiftung Preußische Schlösser und Gärten Berlin-Brandenburg that are open in Potsdam, including Sanssouci Palace (price: €22). Please also refer to the official website of the Stiftung Preußische Schlösser und Gärten Berlin-Brandenburg for further details.
Where can I purchase tickets for Sanssouci Palace?
Tickets are available at the palace ticket office from 10:00 a.m. for the respective day. As the number of tickets available per day is limited, the Stiftung Preußische Schlösser und Gärten Berlin-Brandenburg recommends booking tickets in advance via the online ticket shop.
Sanssouci+ Combined Ticket (admission to all* palaces of the Stiftung Preußische Schlösser und Gärten Berlin-Brandenburg that are open in Potsdam)
One ticket for all palaces: sanssouci+ Ticket (including Sanssouci Palace)
Who is the official contact for Sanssouci Palace?
The official contact for Sanssouci Park is the Stiftung Preußische Schlösser und Gärten Berlin-Brandenburg.
Phone: +49 (0)331 9694-0
Fax: +49 (0)331 9694-107