Brühl Palace, Warsaw

Name: Brühl Palace
Address: ul. Muzealna 8, Warsaw, Poland

#11 among attractions in Warsaw

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Brühl Palace, once a magnificent baroque edifice situated in the heart of Warsaw, Poland, stands as a poignant testament to the city's turbulent past. Erected in the 17th century for a Polish nobleman, Jerzy Ossoliński, the palace became the property of Heinrich von Brühl in 1750, after whom it was later named.

Renowned for its opulent design and sumptuous interiors, the palace served as both a royal residence and a governmental building throughout its history. It was here that King Stanisław II Augustus conducted many significant political affairs, and it became a symbol of Poland's political and cultural stature in Europe.

Tragically, the original Brühl Palace did not survive the ravages of World War II. In 1944, during the Warsaw Uprising, the German forces systematically destroyed the palace along with much of the city. The ruins lay as a somber reminder of the destruction until the decision was made not to rebuild it in the post-war period.

Alternative names: Architectural style: RococoCoordinates: 52°14'31"N, 21°0'39"E

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ul. Muzealna 8Śródmieścia (Śródmieście Północne)Warsaw Poland

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Brühl Palace – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Saxon Palace, Presidential Palace, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Saxon Garden.

~330 ftSE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Brühl Palace?

Nearby attractions include Saxon Garden, Warsaw (1 min walk), Saxon Palace, Warsaw (2 min walk), Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Warsaw (2 min walk), Piłsudski Square, Warsaw (3 min walk).

How to get to Brühl Palace by public transport?

The nearest stations to Brühl Palace:

Bus

Plac Teatralny 01 • Lines: 107, 111 (2 min walk)
Pl. Piłsudskiego 02 • Lines: 111 (3 min walk)

Tram

Królewska 06 • Lines: 15, 18, 35, 4 (8 min walk)
Plac Bankowy 07 • Lines: 15, 18, 35, 4 (10 min walk)

Metro

Nowy Świat-Uniwersytet • Lines: M2 (12 min walk)
Ratusz Arsenał • Lines: M1 (12 min walk)

Train

Warsaw City Center (23 min walk)
Warszawa Powiśle (24 min walk)