Gartenreich Dessau-Wörlitz: A UNESCO World Heritage Landscape
Discover a harmonious blend of art, nature, and history in this expansive UNESCO World Heritage landscape of palaces, parks, and gardens.
The Gartenreich Dessau-Wörlitz is a sprawling cultural landscape in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, featuring a network of parks, gardens, and palaces created in the late 18th century under the reign of Duke Leopold III of Anhalt-Dessau. Inspired by the English garden style and the ideals of the Enlightenment, the Gartenreich seamlessly blends art, education, and economy into a harmonious whole.
A brief summary to Gartenreich Dessau Wörlitz
- Kirchgasse 35, Oranienbaum-Wörlitz, Wörlitz, 06786, DE
- +49340646150
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Explore the Gartenreich by bicycle using the Elberadweg (Elbe River Cycle Route) for a scenic experience.
- Take a gondola ride through the canals of Wörlitz Park for a unique perspective on the landscape.
- Check the event calendar for special events, such as the eruption of the artificial volcano on Stein Island.
- Purchase a combination ticket to visit multiple palaces and save on admission costs.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be doing a lot of walking to fully appreciate the vastness of the Gartenreich.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Dessau Hauptbahnhof (main station), take bus line 304 towards Wörlitz, Neue Reihe. The bus ride takes approximately 32 minutes and departs every 2 hours. Alternatively, take the regional train from Dessau Hbf to Wörlitz, Neue Reihe. A single fare for the bus or train is approximately €3-€4. From the Wörlitz, Neue Reihe bus stop, it's a short walk to the Wörlitz Park entrance.
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Car
From the A9 motorway, take exit 10 towards Dessau-Ost/Oranienbaum. Follow the B107 towards Oranienbaum/Wörlitzer Anlage. Parking is available at the Großparkplatz Wörlitzer Park Seespitze, located at Seespitze 25, 06785 Oranienbaum-Wörlitz. A day ticket costs €5. From the parking lot, it is a 10-minute walk to the Gotische Haus, a 10-minute walk to the gondola station and a 15-minute walk to Schloss Wörlitz.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Willhelm Graf von Anhalt Monument
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Askanisches Tor
12.9 km
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World Heritage region Anhalt-Dessau-Wittenberg e.V.
15.7 km
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Düben Heath
20.6 km
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Historisches Museum & Bachgedenkstätte
32.3 km
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Naturdenkmal Hilgenstein
33.4 km
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Historische Häuser und Gärten Sachsen-Anhalt e.V.
34.1 km
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Alte Lok
37.5 km
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Deutsches Kriegerdenkmal
45.6 km
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Salzländer Kulturstempel Stempelstelle 13, Schloss Bernburg
47.6 km
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Giebichenstein Castle
49.9 km
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Handel monument
51.0 km
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Graseweghaus
51.0 km
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Drachenbrunnen
51.1 km
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Genschereiche
51.5 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Middle Elbe Biosphere Reserve
6.9 km
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Museum für Stadtgeschichte
12.0 km
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Militärhistorisches Museum Anhalt
12.6 km
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Dessau, Lehrpark für Tier und Pflanzenkunde Zoo
12.9 km
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Beckerbruch
13.0 km
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Technikmuseum Hugo Junkers
14.7 km
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Schloss Lutherstadt Wittenberg
15.0 km
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All Saints' Church, Wittenberg
15.0 km
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Marktplatz
15.2 km
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Cranach-Hof
15.3 km
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Wochenmarkt Lutherstadt Wittenberg Marktplatz
15.3 km
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Wittenberger Marktplatz
15.4 km
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Cranach-Stiftung
15.4 km
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Cranach Haus Wittenberg
15.4 km
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Fronleichnamskapelle
15.5 km
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Essential places to dine
Zum Herzog von Anhalt
5.7 km
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Parkrestaurant Vogelherd
28.5 km
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Gasthof Waldau
48.0 km
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Speiseberg
49.9 km
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Zur "Georgsburg" an der Saale
50.7 km
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Alt Salzer Stube
51.0 km
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Schaarschmidts Restaurant
53.3 km
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Ofenrohr
54.6 km
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La Mirabelle
54.6 km
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Restaurant Gusto
55.5 km
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Mythos Restaurant
55.6 km
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Restaurant Säulengarten
55.7 km
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Steaktrain
55.9 km
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Enchilada Leipzig
55.9 km
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Wagners Restaurant u. Weinwirtschaft Inh. Chris Kollin
56.0 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Rathaus-Center
12.2 km
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unendlich leben UG
12.3 km
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ARSENAL - Einkaufszentrum
15.5 km
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Kiekinpott Gbr
26.4 km
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Neuer Laden
32.6 km
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Wallstraße 39
32.6 km
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Halle Leipzig The Style Outlets
36.0 km
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Halle Center
45.0 km
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StoffweXXel
47.0 km
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Uni-Shop der Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
51.0 km
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Vintage an Kaufhaus
55.1 km
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Elbenwald
55.7 km
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Holzkunst Kuhnert
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Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig
55.8 km
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Secret Closet
55.9 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Antik-Pub Dessau
12.2 km
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Charles Bar
15.4 km
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Galerie Musikpub
32.0 km
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Mega Bar - Leipzig
54.5 km
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FALCO BAR
55.5 km
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Shinto Bar & Lounge
55.5 km
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Beer bar track 8
55.8 km
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Brick's der Cocktail
56.0 km
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Dhillons
56.1 km
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The First Whisk (e) y Bar Leipzig - Leipzig
56.2 km
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Sonderbar - Leipzig
56.2 km
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Vodkaria
56.2 km
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Kildare City Pub
56.2 km
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Jamboree - Leipzig
56.2 km
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BELLINI'S BAR & RESTAURANT - Leipzig
56.2 km
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