Rosengarten der Stadt Köln, Public rose garden in Neustadt-Nord, Cologne, Germany.
Description
This municipal rose garden displays over seventy varieties of contemporary roses, including floribundas and tea hybrids, arranged in organized planting beds with pathways and seating areas for visitors to explore.
History
Established in 1919 on the site of former Fort X, the garden was designed by architect Fritz Encke after the medieval fortifications were demolished following World War I damage.
Culture
The garden hosts annual botanical events and educational programs focused on horticulture, featuring roses like 'Aachener Dom', 'Pierre de Ronsard', and other varieties from the renowned Kordes nursery.
Practical
Open year-round with free admission, the garden offers the best viewing experience from late spring through early autumn when roses are in full bloom, accessible via public transportation.
Did you know?
The garden preserves a rare rose variety introduced in 1920 that is no longer available in other German gardens, making it a living repository of horticultural heritage.
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