When does the special exhibition take place?

The exhibition begins on July 10, 2026. Visiting hours are set from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Where can the exhibition be seen?

At the Prince Pückler Museum Park & Schloss Branitz in Cottbus, Robinienweg 5, 03042 Cottbus.

How much does admission cost?

According to the official price list, the regular admission for the castle is €9 for adults and €7 reduced.

Is the castle accessible for people with disabilities?

The Branitz Park, the visitor center, and the Cavalier House are accessible. Unfortunately, the castle itself is not accessible for wheelchair users due to steps.

Are there guided tours or educational offers?

Yes, the house offers guided tours and educational formats. Information and booking are done through the museum's visitor service.

Is there good parking available nearby?

Yes, there are parking options at Kastanienallee 29 as well as designated disabled parking at the visitor center and the parking lot.

Lucie Pückler in Branitz: An Exhibition Full of Spirit, Letters, and History

Name: Special Exhibition: "The Lady/ies of the House. A Search for Traces"
Start: 2026-07-10T12:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-07-10T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Fürst Pückler Museum Park & Schloss Branitz

Lucie Pückler in a New Light: A Search for Traces through Schloss Branitz

The special exhibition „The Lady/ies of the House. A Search for Traces“ at the Prince Pückler Museum Park & Schloss Branitz focuses on one of the most influential female figures of the house: Princess Lucie Pückler. The exhibition opens on July 10, 2026 and invites visitors to experience the history of Branitz not only as a history of landscape and castle but also as a history of attitude, education, and creativity.

A Princess with Judgement, Spirit, and Presence

Even the tone captured in the sources reveals why Lucie Pückler was more than the wife of a famous garden artist. The exhibition follows in the footsteps of a woman who shaped the Branitz cosmos and continues to influence its cultural memory to this day. Furniture, Asian art, and letters open a window into a life between representation, personal education, and the everyday life of a princely household.

Objects that Carry Stories

Central to the exhibition are the items that remain on site: selected furniture, crafts, and written documents. Especially the letters give the viewing of the works an intimate dimension. They make historical closeness tangible and allow the castle to appear as a place of living memory. This creates an exhibition atmosphere that connects historical research and aesthetic experience.

Branitz as a Total Artwork

The presentation fits into the unique profile of the house. The park, castle, and collections form a cultural-historical ensemble of significance in Branitz. Visitors to the exhibition encounter not only a biographical search for traces but also the idea of the total artwork pursued with remarkable consistency by Hermann Prince of Pückler-Muskau. Lucie Pückler appears as a co-designer of a spiritual and spatial cosmos.

A Place for Cultural Education and In-Depth Art Examination

The Prince Pückler Museum connects scientific communication with an accessible art experience. The special exhibition offers an ideal opportunity to explore the house at leisure, to see the permanent exhibition with new eyes, and to understand the historically grown collection in the context of the family history. For art enthusiasts, cultural travelers, and historically curious visitors, a multifaceted experience arises between castle architecture, museum education, and a space for thought.

Practical Impressions for the Visit

The exhibition is located in Schloss Branitz. The well-documented framework conditions of the house also speak for the visit: the visitor center, museum collections, and the park complement the tour. Those who take their time will experience Branitz as a place where art history, landscape, and memory interweave.

Conclusion: This special exhibition makes a fascinating woman in Branitz's history visible and opens a new, insightful perspective on the historical ensemble. Those interested in art, cultural history, and castle culture should not miss this search for traces in Branitz.