Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces
Also known as Castles of Augustusburg and Falkenlust at Brühl
complex of multiple built objects
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- Location
- Brühl , North Rhine-Westphalia , Germany
- Criteria
- Cultural: (ii), (iv)
- Inscription
- 1984 (8th Session )
- Area
- 89 ha (0.34 sq mi)
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- Schloss Augustusburg, Southern Facade, November 2017 -01.jpg
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The Augustusburg and Falkenlust Palaces form a historical building complex in Brühl, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The buildings are connected by the spacious gardens and trees of the Schlosspark. Built in the early 18th century, the palaces and adjoining gardens are considered masterpieces of early rococo architecture and have been listed as a UNESCO cultural World Heritage Site since 1984. Augustusburg Palace (German: Schloss Augustusburg) and its parks also serve as a venue for the Brühl Palace Concerts.
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1740 establishments in the Holy Roman EmpireBaroque architecture in North Rhine-WestphaliaBaroque palaces in GermanyBuildings and structures in Rhein-Erft-KreisEpiscopal palaces in GermanyGardens in North Rhine-WestphaliaHistoric house museums in GermanyHouses completed in 1740Hunting lodges in GermanyMuseums in North Rhine-WestphaliaPalaces in North Rhine-Westphalia