Palais Boisserée, Baroque palace in Karlsplatz, Heidelberg, Germany
The Palais Boisserée extends along the northern side of Karlsplatz, featuring an elongated structure with classical architectural elements from the early 18th century.
Franz von Sickingen commissioned the construction of this palace between 1703 and 1705, serving as both a residence and office for the Chamber of Commerce president.
From 1810 to 1819, brothers Sulpiz and Melchior Boisserée displayed their collection of Old German and Dutch paintings, attracting visits from Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
The palace currently houses the Germanistics Seminar of Heidelberg University and stands as a primary example of German administrative architecture transformation.
The building's art collection became the foundation for Munich's Alte Pinakothek, establishing its role in preserving German artistic heritage.
Location: Heidelberg
Inception: 1700s
Architects: Johann Thierry
Address: Heidelberg, Hauptstrasse 209
GPS coordinates: 49.41250,8.71234
Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:47
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