Welfenschloss, Gothic Revival château in Hanover, Germany.
The Welfenschloss stands as the main building of Leibniz University Hannover, constructed with yellowish-white sandstone from Danndorf and Velpke regions.
King George V of Hanover initiated the construction in 1856 as a new royal residence to replace the Leineschloss in the city center.
The exterior sculptures created by Wilhelm Engelhard represent important rulers from the House of Welf, documenting the legacy of this noble dynasty.
The palace now functions as an educational institution, housing multiple departments of Leibniz University Hannover since its conversion in 1879.
A bronze Saxon Steed statue from 1866 stands in front of the palace, representing the heraldic symbol of Lower Saxony and Westphalia.
Location: Nord
Inception: 1857
Architectural style: Rundbogenstil
Made from material: sandstone
GPS coordinates: 52.38146,9.71871
Latest update: May 14, 2025 11:58
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