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Schlosspark Rumpenheim
Schlosspark Rumpenheim
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Between the 17th and 19th centuries, the Landgraves of Hesse-Kassel created Rumpenheim Palace, a prestigious three-winged complex whose centerpiece is the expansive palace park. Unlike many Baroque gardens, the grounds did not follow a rigid master plan, but rather developed organically into a classic English landscape garden.
Today, visitors strolling through the park will discover fascinating contrasts: While gently contoured areas characterize the English style, geometric features near the palace recall former kitchen and utility gardens. Historic park architecture adds striking accents: The slate-roofed rotunda commemorates Landgravine Maria, an English princess, while the delicate Turkish pavilion from 1855, with its distinctive crescent moon, immediately catches the eye. Near the palace church, the Neoclassical mausoleum serves as a reminder of the site's princely history.
In recent years, the historical splendor has been carefully revived. Since 2019, reconstructed paths have led to the viewing hill and the "Tsar's Linden" from 1843. The return of the huntress goddess Diana – a faithful replica of the neoclassical statue in the Court of Honor – in 2026 will further underscore the special charm of this site, which masterfully combines nature and history.