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Potsdam, Park Sanssouci, Chinesisches Haus. Blick auf Gruppe mit dem Falken, Herbststimmung
© SPSG. Foto: Hans Bach
Chinesisches Haus im Park Sanssouci
© SPSG. Foto: Gerhard Murza

The stately Chinese House (Chinesisches Haus) in the "Deer Garden" of Sanssouci Park is an impressive example of the widespread fashion and fascination with China, which influenced the cultural tastes of 18th century court circles throughout Europe. 
The pavilion's exterior view is characterized by life-sized gilded figures that are placed singularly or in groups around the building. Dressed as if in a fairy tale, Chinese musicians and figures drinking tea are represented; their exotic character perfectly harmonizing with the columns shaped as gilded palms. Peter Benckert and Johann Gottlieb Heymüller created this delightful, fictive ensemble "à la chinois." 
Commissioned by Frederick the Great, Johann Gottfried Büring built the Chinese House from 1754-64 as a charming and exotic garden pavilion, shaped in the form of a cloverleaf. The walls of the interiors are adorned with gilded consoles, displaying 18th century porcelain. The large ceiling painting depicts a lively Chinese social gathering in an illusionistic, architectural setting.

Opening hours,

Summer Season

1. May 2023 - 31. October 2023

  • Monday closed
  • Tuesday-Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Last entry

30 min. before closing

During museums visits, all official health protection regulations apply (SARS-CoV-2 “Containment Regulations”). Please take note of on-site signs and markers as well as of instructions from staff in order to comply with the hygiene and distance regulations. The maximum number of visitors is limited. Disinfection options are available. Wearing protection over one’s mouth and nose (e.g. a mask) is mandatory.

Winter Season

1. November 2023 - 30. April 2024

  • Monday-Sunday closed

Location,

Am Grünen Gitter, 14469 Potsdam

Telephone,

+49 (331) 96 94-200

Website,

www.spsg.de/chinesisches…

Email,

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Prices,

Admission price 4,00 €

Reduced price 3,00 €

Exhibitions

Events

Chinesisches Haus im Park Sanssouci
© SPSG / Leo Seidel
Chinesisches Haus im Park Sanssouci © SPSG / Leo Seidel

Chinese House in Sanssouci Park

Imagination of a distant world

Music and costume history tour at the Chinese House

Guided Tour

Digital

Tickets

Admission price

4,00 €

Reduced price

3,00 €

Family ticket

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Yearly ticket

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Services

Service Telephone

+49 (331) 96 94-200

Accessibility

Audioguides

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