Muschelgrotte im Neuen Garten
Muschelgrotte im Neuen Garten, Shell grotto in New Garden, Germany.
The shell-decorated grotto stands at the northern end of New Garden near Jungfernsee Lake, featuring walls made of tufa and bog iron ore.
Commissioned by Frederick William II and built between 1791 and 1794, the grotto served as a secluded retreat for tea gatherings and social meetings.
The interior chambers display intricate decorations with colored glass, mirrors, marble floors, and a painted ceiling featuring a floating eagle design.
Visitors can access the grotto daily from 8 AM until sunset, with prior reservations required for interior viewings through the Potsdam castle administration.
During the Cold War period from 1963 to 1990, the structure deteriorated significantly as it stood within the Berlin Wall border strip.
Location: Potsdam
Inception: 1791
Part of: New Garden
Website: http://muschelgrotte.de
GPS coordinates: 52.42070,13.07150
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:07
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