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Villa Oppenheim: A Charlottenburg Cultural Gem

Explore local history and art in a stunning Neorenaissance villa, once a summer retreat for Berlin's Oppenheim family.

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Villa Oppenheim, a distinguished Neorenaissance villa in Berlin's Charlottenburg district, serves as a museum dedicated to the history and culture of Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf. Once a summer residence for the Oppenheim family, it now hosts diverse exhibitions and events.

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  • Tuesday 10 am-5 pm
  • Wednesday 10 am-5 pm
  • Thursday 10 am-5 pm
  • Friday 10 am-5 pm
  • Saturday 11 am-5 pm
  • Sunday 11 am-5 pm

Local tips

  • Visit on weekdays for a more peaceful experience.
  • Check the museum's website for special events and temporary exhibitions.
  • Explore the gardens and relax in the garden café.
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Getting There

  • Public Transport

    Villa Oppenheim is easily accessible via public transport. Take the U2 U-Bahn line to Sophie-Charlotte-Platz or the U7 line to Richard-Wagner-Platz. From either station, it's a short walk to the villa. Alternatively, you can take bus lines 109 (Haubachstraße), 309 (Seelingstraße), or M45 (Richard-Wagner-Platz). A single fare for public transport in Berlin (AB zone) is typically around €3.50.

  • Walking

    From Charlottenburg Palace, walk east along Schloßstraße for about 15 minutes. Villa Oppenheim will be on your right, set back from the street with a garden in front. The walk is straightforward and offers views of the surrounding neighborhood.

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Villa Oppenheim, also known as Villa Sorgenfrei, is a striking example of Neorenaissance architecture located on Schloßstraße in Berlin's Charlottenburg district. Built in 1881-1882, it was commissioned by the Oppenheim family as their summer residence. The villa replaced an older building on property previously owned by the Mendelssohn family, who named their estate “Sorgenfrei” (sans souci). Architect Christian Heidecke drew inspiration from Venetian Renaissance villas in his design. After the death of Otto Georg Oppenheim in 1909, the villa was sold to the city of Charlottenburg in 1911. It then served various purposes, including a veterans association house, a school, and an art gallery. Since 2012, it has been home to the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf Museum, dedicated to local history and culture. The museum's exhibits include the historical art collection of Charlottenburg, featuring paintings and sculptures from the 19th and early 20th centuries. The permanent exhibition “WESTEN!” explores the history of the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf district. The villa also hosts temporary exhibitions and a variety of events, such as lectures, readings, guided tours and concerts, making it a vibrant cultural hub. Visitors can also enjoy the villa's garden café and the adjacent Schustehruspark.

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