Your journey today takes you back in time to the Baroque era. After breakfast, get ready for your trip to Ludwigsburg.

On the way to Ludwigsburg let's take a break in this beautiful park. Take a walk and enjoy the beautiful flowers, fountains, lakes and the fresh air.

You've arrived to Ludwigsburg. Park your car and walk to your next destination.

Welcome at your first destination, which is one of the largest Baroque palaces in Germany. The interior is just as impressive as the building itself.
In 1704, construction began on the main part of the building, which was to be used as a hunting lodge for Duke Eberhard Ludwig. By 1718, the palace became the main residence of the family, so it needed to be extended, which was done by 1733. The result was a four wing complex enclosing a square. Also, an outstanding feature of the building is its roof with its handmade plain tiles and contoured silhouettes.
It offers visitors a wide variety of exhibitions and museums which bring you through the centuries from Baroque to Rococo and finally Neoclassical period. But what kind of exhibitions does the palace host? Let’s check it out.
The Keramikmuseum (Ceramics Museum) with its large collection displays a combination of Ludwigsburg porcelain and contemporary ceramic art from the Renaissance to present day. Admire the richly decorated sets which give a glimpse of the courtly dining culture or the collection of Italian Maiolica painted with figurative motifs from mythology and the Bible.
The Modemuseum (Fashion Museum) in the banquet hall  showcases clothing between the 18th and 20th century. Learn about the history of beauty, hygiene and daily life.
Duke Carl Eugen’s private apartments, which contain original decor including rare and valuable furniture as well as accessories. Some pieces are from Paris.
The Barockgalerie (Baroque Gallery) displays historical works by a variety of artists.
The lapidarium has a collection of sandstone sculpture of gods, nymphs, heroes and mythical creatures. They once decorated this Baroque residence, but they moved inside to protect them. Explore the beautifully designed sculptures that created by a variety of important artists from the Württemberg court.
In the Kinderreich the young visitors can experience the life 300 years ago by dressing up, using the displays, and learning about the Duke’s court life.
There is also a photo exhibition about the life of the royal family in the former bathroom of the last member of the royal family Olga zu Schaumburg-Lippe who lived at Ludwigsburg Residential Palace until her death.
As you are exploring this spectacular place you also find the Marmorsaal (marble hall) flooded with light which reflects the splendor of the royal court. You can also find one of Europe’s oldest theatres in the eastern wing, the Schlosstheater (palace theater) from 1758, which preserves almost intact stage machinery and decorations.
Under the gaming pavilion and houses you come across the ducal wine cellar which contains the largest barrel in Württemberg, with a capacity of 90,000 liters.
While you're walking across the rooms, you discover secret places which designed for servants. Hidden doors, rooms, courtyards, invisible passageways and secrets stairs, Helped them to work behind the scenes
The palace offers many programs with different opening times. More information can be found here.

After the palace, you are heading to the city centre. The 110-metre by 80-metre market square was built in the 1710s and is much higher than the Residenzschloss. As you are walking around, explore the Mediterranean styled arcade houses, the Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity, and the Protestant Town Church across the square.
One of the most historic moments in Marktplatz’s history was the Venetian mask fairs between 1768 and 1775. Duke Carl Eugen and the entire court and citizens celebrated on the market square.
As you walk around and see all this beautiful place has to offer, you might want to buy some souvenirs as a memory.

In the middle of the Marktplatz, there is a fountain with a statue of Duke Eberhard Louis who was the founder of the city. It was erected in 1723 by Carlo Feretti.
The baton in his hand reflects his status in the empire. The fountain trough on which it stands was created by Christian Neubert. Take time and examine this beautiful creation.

It is time for a break and a delicious lunch. Sit in this small coffee and enjoy the delicious food and drink as well as the friendly atmosphere.
Opening Hours: Wednesday - Sunday: 9am - 6pm Monday - Tuesday: closed

The park that surrounds the palace on the three sides also reflects the Baroque style. Originally, the garden was built in 1704 by Eberhard Ludwig. It was gradually improved throughout its history and finally opened to the public in 1828. In 1954, the palace’s gardens were reconstructed to commemorate its 250th birthday, partly maintaining historical plans, but also with new elements inspired by Baroque designs.
Walk in the south, where you will find a French-style garden with straight paths, arbors, topiaries, and flawlessly trimmed hedges culminating in a round lake with fountains. Originally, it was created in 1707 as a pleasure garden designed by Nette.
There's more Baroque style in the north garden, which is beside Schloss Favorite, where you find more dainty broderie on white beds which are  trimmed with flowers. This is the oldest part, which built between 1704 and 1709. The galleries and pavilions were added between 1712 and 1715.
Continue to the Lower East  Garden where you come across an English landscape combined with Medieval romantic elements. It was created by Duke Friedrich II around 1800. You find a variety of features here such as the Ice Valley, the Emichsburg castle, Emichsee lake, the menagerie, and the Großer See (large lake). The landscape is filled with the combination of trees, flowers, shrubs, ferns and grasses which gives a natural style and beautiful colours to the garden.
Finally, you arrived to the Märchengarten (Fairy-Tale Garden). It is a magical place on its own. As you step inside through the iron gate a fairy tale world awaits you filled with kings, princesses, giants, and witches. 
Enjoy the romantic settings where the formal garden blend in with the wild nature. Discover enchanted relics and the allure of the past. Immerse yourself in the world of harmony and stillness.
Opening hours can be found here.
Let`s pick up the car and continue to your next visiting place.

Just a few kilometres northwest of the palace, you find this summer residence, which was built from 1758 and 1764 by Duke Carl Eugen. The Rococo style building and surrounding historical park with its lake make for a fantastic setting. 
Despite being a private home today, it still offers visitors a winery, a hotel a golf course, and a riding club.
Enjoy a walk in the park where trees, meadows and water creates a perfect tranquility. Then relax on a romantic boat trip on the lake and let the surrounding landscape transport you into your own world. Finally, visit one of the few remaining  landscape gardens in south-West Germany.
You can experience a regular chamber music concert and fireworks as part of the Ludwigsburg Festival, held between May and July.

After this busy day, treat yourself with a delicious dinner. This restaurant is situated in the historic 150-year-old building. Sit out to the terrace which surrounded by chestnut trees and beautiful landscape. Enjoy the delicious food in this relaxing atmosphere.
Opening Hours Tuesday - Saturday: 12 am - 3 pm, 6 pm - 11 pm Sunday - Monday: closed