Schloss Sanssouci Audio Guide
Explore Schloss Sanssouci with Stanza's GPS-triggered offline audio guide.
About the Tour
Sanssouci Palace is a former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, built in the Rococo style. It is renowned for its iconic terraced vineyards and extensive surrounding gardens.
What you will hear
The Marble Hall
The architectural heart of the palace. Focus on the dome modeled after the Pantheon and the statues of Venus Urania.
The Dome of the Marble Hall
Above the Marble Hall, the gilded dome rises over twelve meters, featuring an oculus that bathes the space in natural sunlight.
The King’s Study and Bedroom
The most private part of the palace where Frederick both worked and died. Highlights the 'Sterbestuhl' (death chair).
The King's Study
Frederick’s study was the engine room of the Prussian state, where the King personally managed government affairs from his large writing desk.
The Death Chair
This unassuming armchair marks the spot where Frederick the Great passed away on August 17, 1786, ending a forty-six-year reign.
The Vineyard Terraces
The signature exterior feature. Explain the six terraces and the King's desire to integrate architecture with fruit cultivation.
Without Care
The large bronze letters on the garden pavilion proclaim the palace's name and purpose, inviting all who enter to leave their burdens behind.
The King's Final Resting Place
Located on the top terrace. Explain Frederick's wish to be buried here 'without care' next to his beloved dogs.
The King's Final Resting Place
A simple stone slab marks the site where Frederick the Great finally joined his beloved companions, fulfilling a wish that took centuries to honor.
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