Villa Hügel - Open Monument Day® - 2025

About the monument – Villa Hügel

Between 1870 and 1873, Alfred Krupp (1812–1887) commissioned the construction of this imposing estate – as a private residence, a place of retreat, and simultaneously an expression of the highest standards of prestige. The villa, known as Villa Hügel, remained in the Krupp family's possession until 1945. The former industrialist's residence comprises 269 rooms and is nestled within a sprawling 28-hectare park. To this day, the interior reflects the bourgeois lifestyle of the German Empire, making the villa a striking site steeped in history.

program

Visitors can expect a diverse range of activities: guided tours of monuments on selected topics offer fascinating insights into architecture and history. In addition, the live restoration of a painting can be observed – a rare experience that combines craftsmanship and art.

The Open Monument Day® is coordinated nationwide by: German Foundation for Monument Protection, Schlegelstraße 1 in 53113 Bonn

Notes

Please note: Not all tours are wheelchair accessible; sure footing is required. Registration is mandatory and possible from September 1st. Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the building.

Photo above: Villa Hügel | Krupp Foundation