Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Realm

The Dessau-Wörlitz Garden Realm extends across 142 square kilometers, featuring lakes, islands, classical architecture, and carefully arranged botanical collections throughout its grounds.

Leopold III, Duke of Anhalt-Dessau, established the garden realm in 1780 with architect Friedrich Wilhelm von Erdmannsdorff following their educational tours across Europe.

The garden design represents Enlightenment principles through the integration of natural landscapes, educational spaces, and architectural elements that demonstrate the balance between nature and human design.

Visitors can access guided tours, educational programs, and seasonal exhibitions throughout the garden realm, with informational services available at the Wörlitz Palace kitchen building.

An artificial volcano constructed after Duke Leopold's visit to Naples performs scheduled eruptions, demonstrating eighteenth-century engineering and theatrical garden elements.

Location: Saxony-Anhalt

Inception: 18 century

Founders: Leopold III, Duke of Anhalt-Dessau

Architects: Friedrich Wilhelm von Erdmannsdorff

GPS coordinates: 51.86360,12.28140

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:27