When can the open-air exhibition be visited?

The exhibition is accessible daily in the pleasure ground of Branitz Park from April 9 to October 30, 2026.

What is the cost of visiting the exhibition?

Admission to the open-air exhibition is free.

Where is the exhibition located?

The exhibition is located at the Prince Pückler Museum Park and Castle Branitz at Robinienweg 5 in 03042 Cottbus.

Is the exhibition suitable for families?

Yes, the outdoor exhibition combines historical information with a walk through the park and is suitable for families.

Is Branitz Park accessible for people with disabilities?

Branitz Park and the visitor center are accessible for people with disabilities. There is no barrier-free access to Castle Branitz.

How many stations are included in the exhibition?

The open-air exhibition includes five stations that guide visitors through the early development phases of the Branitz landscape park.

Discover Princess Lucie Pückler: Experience History and Garden Art in Branitz Park

Name: Open-Air Exhibition – Princess Lucie Pückler in Branitz
Start: 2026-10-25
End: 2026-10-25T23:00:00+01:00
Location: Fürst Pückler Museum Park & Schloss Branitz

Princess Lucie Pückler in Branitz: A Garden Realm from a Female Perspective

In the historic pleasure ground of Branitz Park, the open-air exhibition is dedicated to the work of Princess Lucie Pückler. On the occasion of her 250th birthday, the presentation highlights a culturally and historically significant personality whose experience, education, and creative force decisively influenced the development of Branitz.

Five Stations Between Park, Castle, and History

The exhibition takes visitors through five stations that showcase the early development phases of the Branitz landscape park. Visitors will learn more about the beginnings of the park and the horticulture, the first alterations to the castle, and the foundations of the later Dream Realm of Branitz.

The historic park landscape itself becomes the exhibition space. Texts, images, and spatial references connect the contemplation of the work with movement. Amidst old trees, carefully composed sightlines, and the architecture of the castle, a unique exhibition atmosphere emerges, where landscape art, biography, and memory culture intertwine directly.

The Reconstructed Crown Bed as a Special Highlight

A standout element is the reconstructed crown bed on the lakeside of the castle. In its center, a rose-covered S evokes the endearing name Schnucke. The bed illustrates the connection of garden art, personal memory, and symbolic design that continues to shape Branitz Park to this day.

Lucie Pückler and the Cultural Development of Branitz

The exhibition broadens the perspective on Branitz beyond the well-known figure of Hermann Prince of Pückler-Muskau. Lucie Pückler appears as an educated, experienced, and culturally influential designer whose achievements had long been overshadowed by her husband. Her significance unfolds in the interplay of park planning, garden culture, family history, and social network.

The art experience connects historical mediation with aesthetic experience. The park becomes the medium of curation: forms, colors, vegetation, water surfaces, and architecture create a vibrant spatial effect, while the five stations provide orientation and in-depth information.

Conclusion: Discover Branitz with New Eyes

The open-air exhibition makes Princess Lucie Pückler visible as a central figure in the cultural history of Branitz. Art enthusiasts, garden lovers, and families can expect an inspiring tour between landscape art, castle architecture, and biographical tracing. Admission is free. Anyone who wants to experience Branitz not just as a park but as an artfully designed space of memory should definitely visit this exhibition on-site.