University of Potsdam, Potsdam

Name: University of Potsdam
Address: Am Neuen Palais 10, Potsdam, Germany

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The University of Potsdam is a public university in Potsdam, capital of the state of Brandenburg, Germany. It is mainly situated across three campuses in the city. Some faculty buildings are part of the New Palace of Sanssouci which is known for its UNESCO World Heritage status. ()

Local name: Universität Potsdam Established: 1991 (33 years ago)Coordinates: 52°24'5"N, 13°0'40"E

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Am Neuen Palais 10Westliche Vorstadt (Brandenburger Vorstadt)Potsdam Germany

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Nearby attractions include: Sanssouci, New Palace, Sanssouci Park, Orangerieschloss.

1.2 miE
Iconic palace of Frederick the Great
Sanssouci, Potsdam
30 min walk • Sanssouci, nestled in the historic city of Potsdam, Germany, is a splendid testament to Rococo architecture and the bygone era of Prussian kings. This former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, stands as a museum today, inviting visitors into a world...
~1050 ftE
Rococo interiors in 18th-century palace
New Palace, Potsdam
6 min walk • The New Palace, located in the city of Potsdam, Germany, stands as a grand testament to the opulence and architectural ambition of the 18th century. Built towards the end of the Seven Years' War by Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, this baroque palace was completed...
0.7 miE
Landscaped gardens around summer palace
Sanssouci Park, Potsdam
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Potsdam, Germany, Sanssouci Park is a verdant oasis that offers visitors a glimpse into the grandeur of the past. This sprawling park, tagged as a quintessential example of park design, is part of the palatial complex that once served as the...
0.8 miE
19th-century palace with plant rooms
Orangerieschloss, Potsdam
22 min walk • Nestled in the historical city of Potsdam, Germany, the Orangerieschloss, also known as the Orangery Palace, is a resplendent testament to the architectural grandeur of the 19th century. This majestic palace, inspired by the Italian Renaissance style, was constructed...
1 miE
Museum, History museum, Baroque architecture
Neue Kammern, Potsdam
27 min walk • Nestled in the lush expanse of the Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Neue Kammern, or New Chambers, stands as an opulent testament to the grandeur of Prussian royalty. This museum, once a lavish guesthouse of King Frederick the Great, was transformed into an...
1.1 miE
Museum, Historical place
Historische Mühle, Potsdam
27 min walk • Nestled within the lush green expanse of Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Historische Mühle (Historic Mill) stands as a testament to the region's rich cultural heritage. This museum is a faithful reconstruction of the 18th-century windmill that once operated on...
0.7 miSE
Neo-classical style residence and parkland
Schloss Charlottenhof, Potsdam
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the lush Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, Schloss Charlottenhof is a neoclassical gem that beckons visitors with its elegant architecture and historical significance. This intimate palace, transformed from an existing house into a summer...
0.8 miE
Romantic, Italian-style 19th-c. villa
Römische Bäder, Potsdam
20 min walk • Nestled within the lush gardens of the Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany, the Römische Bäder, or Roman Baths, offer a picturesque glimpse into the 19th-century fascination with antiquity and the romanticized vision of Roman culture.
~1740 ftE
Temple
Antique Temple, Potsdam
9 min walk • Nestled in the scenic city of Potsdam, Germany, the Antique Temple stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and architectural ingenuity. This elegant structure, though not as towering as some of its contemporaries, captures the essence of classical...
0.5 miNE
Elegant rotunda in Sanssouci Park
Klausberg, Potsdam
14 min walk • The Belvedere auf dem Klausberg is a building in Sanssouci Park in Potsdam, Germany erected in 1770–72 using Georg Christian Unger's plans.
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Botanical garden
Botanical Garden, Potsdam
16 min walk • The Botanical Garden in Potsdam, is a botanical garden and arboretum maintained by the University of Potsdam. It has a total area of 8.5 hectares, of which 5 hectares are open to the public, and is located immediately southwest of the Orangery Palace at Maulbeerallee 2, Potsdam, in the German state of Brandenburg.

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Which popular attractions are close to University of Potsdam?

Nearby attractions include New Palace, Potsdam (6 min walk), Antique Temple, Potsdam (9 min walk), Klausberg, Potsdam (14 min walk), Schloß Lindstedt, Potsdam (16 min walk).

How to get to University of Potsdam by public transport?

The nearest stations to University of Potsdam:

Bus

Studentenwohnheim Eiche • Lines: 605, 606 (8 min walk)
Abzweig nach Eiche • Lines: 695 (9 min walk)

Train

Potsdam Park Sanssouci (13 min walk)
Potsdam Charlottenhof (32 min walk)

Tram

Schloss Charlottenhof • Lines: 91, 94, 98 (24 min walk)
Kastanienallee/Zeppelinstraße • Lines: 91, 94, 98 (29 min walk)

Ferry

Potsdam West - Arcona Hotel • Lines: Potsdamer Wassertaxi (33 min walk)