Orangerie

The Orangerie at Charlottenburg Palace is a baroque building with multiple wings and a central rotunda marked by white columns and classical details. Its elongated structure provides spacious halls now used for events and exhibitions.

Built between 1709 and 1712 under King Frederick I of Prussia, the building originally sheltered citrus trees during winter months. It later became a key venue for royal celebrations and official festivities.

The venue hosts classical concerts and cultural events that take advantage of its baroque halls and connection to the palace gardens. Performances here blend the heritage of royal entertainment with modern cultural programming.

The venue is directly connected to the palace gardens and easily accessible from the palace grounds. Keep in mind that the halls offer different atmospheres depending on the season, and concerts benefit from the generous room acoustics.

During winter months, the building housed around 500 orange and lemon trees from the palace gardens, showing how it served as both a working space and a place of royal grandeur. This practical need led to the creation of an unusual venue that combined function with elegance.

Location: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf

Architectural style: baroque architecture

Elevation above the sea: 36 m

Part of: Charlottenburg Palace

Website: https://orangerie-charlottenburg.com

GPS coordinates: 52.52069,13.29359

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:04