Ettlingen Palace

Ettlingen Palace is a Baroque structure in the town center built from local sandstone with typical architectural features of that period. The building contains grand halls, a chapel, and now houses exhibitions covering local history, archaeology, and East Asian crafts.

The original castle was founded in the 13th century and served as a residence for the Margrave of Baden. It was destroyed in 1689 and rebuilt in Baroque style between 1727 and 1733.

The main hall displays painted walls and a Bohemian chandelier that visitors can see when walking through, while the chapel features frescoes that show skilled craftsmanship. These decorated rooms serve as venues for performances and events throughout the year.

The palace is centrally located and easily reached on foot from the town center. Plan time to explore the exhibitions and be aware that certain rooms may have limited access during special events.

A dolphin fountain from 1612 sits in the courtyard and remains one of the oldest features to view. The courtyard becomes an outdoor theater venue each summer when the annual festival brings live performances to the space.

Location: Ettlingen

Address: Schloßplatz 3, 76275 Ettlingen

GPS coordinates: 48.94030,8.40583

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:00