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Villa Denis, Cultural heritage villa in Frankenstein, Germany

Villa Denis stands as a conference center and headquarters for the University Foundation, featuring restored murals and ceiling frescoes within its classical architecture.

Paul Camille von Denis initiated the construction of this villa in 1848, completing it in 1852 before selling it to the influential Ladenburg family in 1854.

The villa contains reconstructed artworks attributed to Johann von Schraudolph, representing the Bavarian classicism style with Italian influences from the 19th century.

The RPTU Foundation acquired the property in 2007 through twelve patrons, transforming it into a venue for research activities and interdisciplinary exchanges.

The villa's previous owner, Paul Camille von Denis, constructed Germany's first railway line in 1835 and participated in organizing the Hambach festival.

Location: Frankenstein

GPS coordinates: 49.44403,7.96177

Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:09

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