Mausoleum of Charlottenburg Park

The mausoleum in Charlottenburg Park is a temple-like building with red granite columns that hold marble sarcophagi of Prussian royalty. The chamber has a high ceiling and displays the sarcophagi where members of the royal family are buried.

The building was designed by Heinrich Gentz and built after Queen Luise's death in the early 1800s. Later, Karl Friedrich Schinkel enlarged it to make room for additional royal burials.

Inside, you can see a marble sculpture of Queen Luise created by Christian Daniel Rauch, showing how artists of his time expressed grief and royal dignity. The work stands as an example of how sculpture was used to honor the memory of important figures.

The site is open from April through October, Tuesday to Sunday, making it easy to visit during the warmer months. Entry is affordable, and you can plan your visit in advance by checking if guided tours are available.

Below the main chamber lies a private crypt with additional royal burials, including the heart of Frederick William IV. However, the rest of his remains were placed elsewhere, reflecting how Prussian royalty sometimes divided their burial sites.

Location: Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf

Architects: Heinrich Gentz, Karl Friedrich Schinkel

Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture

GPS coordinates: 52.52420,13.29180

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04