Schloss Benrath

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    tram: Take701 from Jan-Wellem-Platz

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Lonely Planet review

Elector Carl Theodor was a man of deep pockets and good taste, as reflected in his exquisite pleasure palace and gardens. About 10km south of the city centre, this is where the ruler came to relax and frolic in the wonderfully harmonious complex designed by Frenchman Nicolas de Pigage.

At the centre of the three-winged palace is the Corps de Logis, a fancy name for the former residential tract, where tours (in German) offer a glimpse of the elector's lifestyle. The west wing contains a missable natural history museum, while the east wing houses the moderately interesting Museum für Europäische Gartenkunst (Museum of European Garden History).