Fürstenried Palace, Baroque palace in southwest Munich, Germany
Fürstenried Palace is a baroque structure in southwest Munich with a central building flanked by two pavilions on either side. The wings are connected by corridors, creating a unified complex that spreads across the grounds.
Architect Joseph Effner built the palace between 1715 and 1717 for Elector Max Emanuel, converting what was originally a hunting lodge into a grand residential estate. After completion, it served the Bavarian court as a retreat property outside the city.
The building has hosted a Catholic retreat center since 1925, where visitors participate in spiritual gatherings and contemplative exercises. This active religious use shapes the daily rhythm and character of the rooms.
The location sits in the Thalkirchen-Obersendling-Forstenried-Fürstenried-Solln district in southwest Munich. Accessibility features are available for visitors with mobility needs, and you should allow time to walk through different sections of the complex.
Pope Benedict XVI visited the palace grounds in 1950 as a young seminarian, walking through the spaces during a time of spiritual reflection. The location marked a significant moment in his personal journey of faith, years before he assumed his later role.
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