Schloss Favorite, Ludwigsburg, Germany

Schloss Favorite is a Baroque hunting lodge built from 1717 to 1723 for the sovereign Duke of Württemberg, Eberhard Ludwig. The architect was Donato Giuseppe Frisoni.

From 1806, King Frederick I of Württemberg converted the park into a ménagerie, including deer and chamois. The architect Nikolaus Friedrich von Thouret renovated the building's interior in neoclassical style.

In the 20th century, the house was neglected and fell into disrepair. It was restored from 1980 on, and opened to the public in 1983.

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Ancestral Spirit (7 months ago)
A luxurious symmetrical building in the Baroque style. Incredibly beautiful. There is also a gorgeous park here, many animals that sometimes come into contact with people

alex fotogloy (9 months ago)
An astonishing place.The castle is very beautiful with vibrant colors.The park is huge and you spend an entire day chilling in the nature. There are also surprises with some friendly visitor's.

Royal Mangalitsa (10 months ago)
Beautiful little castle surrounded by a huge park where wildlife is roaming around. Right across the big palace.

Piuli Basu Roy Chowdhury (15 months ago)
The Favorite palace was a really nice place to visit. We couldn't go inside as it was closed but from outside it was beautiful. The surrounding garden was well maintained and had a variety of plants. The building is painted in yellow and on a sunny day, it looks absolutely remarkable.

ZX.Streetview (2 years ago)
A beautiful and vibrant castle surrounded by woods and nature. Quiet and peaceful environment. Entrance into the park compound is free. Cycling is not permitted on weekends and public holidays.

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