New Palace, Stuttgart Castle
18th-century Baroque palace on Stuttgart's Schlossplatz
Facing Stuttgart's Schlossplatz, the New Palace (Neues Schloss) dates to the late 18th century; visitors come for its baroque façade, the palace square and nearby museums.
New Palace, Stuttgart at a Glance#
Address: Neues Schloss (New Palace), Schlossplatz 1, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
Website: https://www.schlossplatz.de/
Hours: Tue-Sun 10:00am-6:00pm, closed Mondays (hours vary for events and guided tours)
Admission: Admission to museum sections varies; main palace tours often have fees (approx. €6-8)
About New Palace, Stuttgart#
The New Palace (Neues Schloss) in Stuttgart is an 18th-century palace on Schlossplatz in central Stuttgart that served as a residence for the Dukes of Württemberg. It is one of the city’s principal historic buildings and forms the eastern side of the main square.
The palace presents a late Baroque to early classical façade and is typically viewed from Schlossplatz and the adjacent Königstraße pedestrian route. Parts of the building are used today for state government offices and occasional public tours are available.
Constructed for Württemberg rulers in the 18th century, the palace replaced earlier ducal accommodations and was adapted over time for administrative use. The building and square have been reshaped through urban development in the 19th and 20th centuries.
The New Palace stands in the city centre of Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, opposite the Old Castle and adjacent to the main shopping thoroughfare. It is easily reachable from central Stuttgart transport hubs.
- Best viewpoint: The main façade faces Schlossplatz, the central public square in Stuttgart, which provides a clear vantage for photography and for viewing the palace in its urban context.
How to Get to New Palace, Stuttgart#
The New Palace stands on Schlossplatz in central Stuttgart, a short walk from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof (main train station). The square is served by multiple S-Bahn, U-Bahn, and bus lines; on-foot arrival from the station takes 5-10 minutes.
Tips for Visiting New Palace, Stuttgart#
- Check guided-tour schedules to see state rooms and more restricted chambers - some areas are only visible with a guide.
- Visit the palace gardens in late spring when tulips and formal beds are in bloom.
- Combine the visit with the nearby Schlossplatz and Staatsgalerie for a full cultural day in Stuttgart.
Best Time to Visit New Palace, Stuttgart#
Late spring through early autumn is best for combining interior visits with the palace gardens and surrounding city attractions.
Weather & Climate near New Palace, Stuttgart#
New Palace, Stuttgart's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 24°C. Moderate rainfall (678 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 4° | -2° | 35 mm | overcast | 92% | 2.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.6h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 6° | -1° | 38 mm | overcast | 88% | 2.6 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.0h |
| March | Good | 1° - 10° | 4° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 2.8 m/s | 0.5 low | 11.7h |
| April | Acceptable | 4° - 14° | 7° | 51 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 2.7 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.5h |
| May | Good | 8° - 19° | 14° | 83 mm | overcast | 76% | 2.5 m/s | 1.2 high | 15.0h |
| June | Good | 11° - 22° | 17° | 93 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 2.3 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.8h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 19° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 66% | 2.3 m/s | 1.5 high | 15.5h |
| August | Very Good | 13° - 24° | 18° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 2.1 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.1h |
| September | Good | 10° - 20° | 15° | 55 mm | partly cloudy | 72% | 2.1 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.4h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 14° | 9° | 50 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.1 m/s | 0.4 low | 10.7h |
| November | Poor | 1° - 8° | 3° | 51 mm | overcast | 90% | 2.4 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.1h |
| December | Poor | -1° - 5° | -1° | 46 mm | overcast | 93% | 2.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.2h |
