Schloss Wilhelmsthal
A rococo palace north of Kassel designed by Cuvilliés, home to the famous Gallery of Beauties.
Wilhelmsthal Palace lies in Calden, about 12 km north of Kassel. Built between 1743 and 1770 and designed by Munich court architect François de Cuvilliés, it is one of Germany’s most refined rococo palaces. The interior retains its original furniture, porcelain and decoration.
The Gallery of Beauties displays portraits of noblewomen by court painter Tischbein. Outside, the landscape garden features grottoes and canals. The palace can only be visited on a guided tour; admission is about €5, and the gardens are free.
Opening hours
Guided visits only; approx. March–October, Tue–Sun 10:00 am–5:00 pm
Nearby sights
- Wilhelmshöhe Palace & Old Masters Gallery
- Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe Water Features
- Hercules Monument & Cascades
- Löwenburg
- Hessisches Landesmuseum Kassel
- Museum für Sepulkralkultur
- Grimmwelt Kassel
- Fridericianum