Hofgarten Coburg

Hofgarten Coburg is an English garden between Castle Square and the Veste featuring wide lawns, wooded areas, and pathways throughout the grounds. The site includes two baroque pavilions from the 18th century and a neoclassical mausoleum designed to resemble a Greek tomb.

The first major gardens were created under Duke Albrecht between 1680 and 1682 following Dutch design principles for the princely residence city. In the 19th century, the site was redesigned into its current English garden form with new paths and tree clusters.

The garden displays classical structures left by ducal residents, including baroque pavilions and a mausoleum that reflect the refined tastes of past rulers. These buildings shape the character of the place and tell stories of the city's heritage.

The grounds are centrally located and easily accessible, with wide paths for walking and two large playgrounds for families. Benches are spread throughout for rest, and the open areas offer plenty of space to move around.

An equestrian statue of Duke Ernst II stands on a tall pedestal at the western edge of the garden, created by sculptor Gustav Eberlein in 1899. Few visitors notice this monument, yet it marks a significant point in the garden layout.