Wittumspalais, Weimar

Name: Wittumspalais
Address: Am Palais 3, Weimar, 99423, Germany
Telephone: +49 3643 545400

#29 among attractions in Weimar

Historical place, Specialty museum, Forts and castles, Museum

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Facts and practical information

The Wittumspalais is a museum in Weimar operated by the Klassik Stiftung Weimar. The building was the longtime widow's residence of Duchess Anna Amalia and formed a center of social and literary life in Weimar during her lifetime. It is located between Theaterplatz, Schillerstraße, the Zeughof and Geleitstraße. The access road leading from there past the Franciscan monastery is called Am Palais.

Alternative names: Coordinates: 50°58'47"N, 11°19'36"E

Address

Am Palais 3Weimar 99423 Germany

Contact

+49 3643 545400

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Wittumspalais – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Stadtschloss, Goethes Gartenhaus, Park an der Ilm, Bauhaus-Museum.

~1380 ftE
Palace, History museum, Forts and castles
Stadtschloss, Weimar
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0.5 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, Garden
Goethes Gartenhaus, Weimar
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0.6 miSE
Park
Park an der Ilm, Weimar
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Weimar, Germany, the Park an der Ilm is a verdant oasis that offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This picturesque park, sprawling along the banks of the Ilm River, is a testament to the natural beauty and historical...
~130 ftNW
Museum, Specialty museum, Art museum
Bauhaus-Museum, Weimar
1 min walk • The Bauhaus-Museum in Weimar, Germany, stands as a testament to the revolutionary Bauhaus movement that has left a lasting impact on art, design, and architecture worldwide. Founded in 1919 by Walter Gropius, the Bauhaus school merged fine arts with crafts, leading...
0.5 miS
Museum, Historical place, Cemetery
Classical Foundation Weimar, Weimar
13 min walk • The Klassik Stiftung Weimar is one of the largest and most significant cultural institutions in Germany. It owns more than 20 museums, palaces, historic houses and parks, as well as literary and art collections, a number of which are World Heritage Sites.
~1000 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Goethe House, Weimar
5 min walk • The Goethe House is the main house lived in by the writer, poet, and statesman Johann Wolfgang von Goethe whilst in Weimar, Germany, though he did live in several others in the town. The home serves as the main location of the Goethe-Nationalmuseum.
~210 ftW
Iconic statue of 2 German writers
Goethe–Schiller Monument, Weimar
2 min walk • The original Goethe–Schiller Monument is in Weimar, Germany. It incorporates Ernst Rietschel's 1857 bronze double statue of Johann Wolfgang Goethe and Friedrich Schiller, who are probably the two most revered figures in German literature.
~940 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Goethe-Nationalmuseum, Weimar
5 min walk • The Goethe-Nationalmuseum is a museum devoted to the German author Johann Wolfgang von Goethe, in the town of Weimar in Germany.
~440 ftW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Deutsches Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar, Weimar
3 min walk • The Deutsche Nationaltheater und Staatskapelle Weimar is a German theatre and musical organisation based in Weimar. It is a twin institution, consisting of the theatrical Deutsches Nationaltheater and the symphony orchestra known as the Staatskapelle Weimar.
0.7 miSE
UNESCO-listed Bauhaus building
Haus am Horn, Weimar
18 min walk • The Haus am Horn is a domestic house in Weimar, Germany, designed by Georg Muche. It was built for the Bauhaus Werkschau exhibition which ran from July to September 1923.
~810 ftNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Historical place
Church of Sts. Peter and Paul, Weimar
4 min walk • The church of St Peter and Paul in Weimar, Germany, is also known as Herderkirche after Johann Gottfried Herder. It is the most important church building of the town, and is called Stadtkirche, opposed to the courtly Schloßkirche.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Wittumspalais open?

Wittumspalais is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Wittumspalais?

Nearby attractions include Bauhaus-Museum, Weimar (1 min walk), Goethe–Schiller Monument, Weimar (2 min walk), Weimar Haus: Das Geschichtserlebnis, Weimar (2 min walk), Schillers Wohnhaus, Weimar (2 min walk).

How to get to Wittumspalais by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wittumspalais:

Bus

Gropiusstraße • Lines: 2, 5, 6, 8 (4 min walk)
Goetheplatz • Lines: 2, 5, 8, 9 (4 min walk)

Train

Weimar Berkaer Bahnhof (15 min walk)
Weimar (21 min walk)