Karlsruhe Pyramid, Karlsruhe

Name: Karlsruhe Pyramid
Address: Marktplatz 4, Karlsruhe, 76133, Germany

#16 among attractions in Karlsruhe

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The Karlsruhe Pyramid is a pyramid made of red sandstone, located in the centre of the market square of Karlsruhe, Germany. It was erected in the years 1823–1825 over the vault of the city's founder, Margrave Charles III William. The pyramid is regarded as Karlsruhe's second emblem, the city's absolutist layout in the shape of a folding fan being the first. ()

Local name: Karlsruher Pyramide Architectural style: Egyptian revivalCoordinates: 49°0'35"N, 8°24'8"E

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Marktplatz 4Karlsruhe (Innenstadt-West)Karlsruhe 76133 Germany

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Karlsruhe Pyramid – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wildparkstadion, Karlsruhe Zoo, Karlsruhe Palace, Botanischer Garten Karlsruhe.

0.9 miNE
Sport venue, Sport
Wildparkstadion, Karlsruhe
23 min walk • Wildparkstadion, currently known as BBBank Wildpark for sponsorship reasons, is a football stadium located in Karlsruhe, Germany. It is the home of the football club Karlsruher SC.
0.8 miS
Wildlife park and gardens with lakes
Karlsruhe Zoo, Karlsruhe
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the picturesque city of Karlsruhe, Germany, the Karlsruhe Zoo stands as a verdant oasis and a top attraction for visitors of all ages. This enchanting zoological garden, established in 1865, offers a delightful escape into the world of wildlife...
~1520 ftN
200-year-old castle and history museum
Karlsruhe Palace, Karlsruhe
8 min walk • Nestled at the heart of the fan-shaped city, Karlsruhe Palace is a historic gem that offers a glimpse into the grandeur of Germany's past. Originally constructed in 1715 as the residence of Margrave Charles III William of Baden-Durlach, the palace now serves as a...
~1380 ftN
Park, Botanical garden
Botanischer Garten Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
7 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Karlsruhe, Germany, the Botanischer Garten Karlsruhe is a serene escape that offers a tranquil experience amidst nature’s bounty. This botanical garden, a verdant oasis, is not just a place for plant enthusiasts but a retreat for...
~1910 ftW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Postgalerie, Karlsruhe
10 min walk • The Postgalerie in downtown Karlsruhe is a shopping center; it is located in the former main post office building between Europaplatz and Stephanplatz and was opened as a shopping center in 2001.
~990 ftNW
19th-century museum of European art
Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
5 min walk • The Staatliche Kunsthalle is an art museum in Karlsruhe, Germany. The museum, created by architect Heinrich Hübsch, opened in 1846 after nine years of work in a neoclassical building next to the Karlsruhe Castle and the Karlsruhe Botanical Garden.
0.4 miS
Opera, Concerts and shows, Theater
Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
11 min walk • The Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe is a theatre and opera house in Karlsruhe, Germany. It has existed in its present form and place at Ettlinger Tor since 1975.
1 miSW
Museum, Concert hall, Art museum
ZKM, Karlsruhe
26 min walk • The ZKM | Center for Art and Media Karlsruhe, a cultural institution, was founded in 1989. and since 1997 is located in a listed industrial building in Karlsruhe, Germany, a former munitions factory.
~1550 ftN
49°0'49"N • 8°24'16"E
Badisches Landesmuseum im Schloss, Karlsruhe
8 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
~1060 ftSW
Museum
State Museum of Natural History Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe
6 min walk • The State Museum of Natural History Karlsruhe, abbreviated SMNK, is one of the two state of Baden-Württemberg's natural history museums.
0.8 miW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Sandkorn-Theater, Karlsruhe
21 min walk • Sandkorn-Theater is a theatre in Karlsruhe, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Karlsruhe Pyramid open?

Karlsruhe Pyramid is open:

Monday 4 pm - 1 am
Tuesday 4 pm - 1 am
Wednesday 4 pm - 1 am
Thursday 4 pm - 1 am
Friday 4 pm - 3 am
Saturday 4 pm - 3 am
Sunday 4 pm - 1 am

Which popular attractions are close to Karlsruhe Pyramid?

Nearby attractions include City Hall, Karlsruhe (3 min walk), Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe (5 min walk), Badische Landesbibliothek, Karlsruhe (5 min walk), Vivarium im Staatlichen Museum für Naturkunde Karlsruhe, Karlsruhe (5 min walk).

How to get to Karlsruhe Pyramid by public transport?

The nearest stations to Karlsruhe Pyramid:

Tram

Marktplatz • Lines: 1, 2, S2 (3 min walk)

Bus

Schloss/Bad. Landesmuseum • Lines: CityTour Karlsruhe (7 min walk)
Europaplatz • Lines: CityTour Karlsruhe (9 min walk)

Train

Schlossgartenbahn (9 min walk)
Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof (29 min walk)