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Mickeln House

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Aug 29, 2025 - Aug 30, 2025
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Mickeln House: A Journey Through Time

Have you ever stepped into a place that echoes with history? Mickeln House, built in 1843, is such a location.

Originally the site of Haus Mickeln from 1210, the manor was rebuilt after a fire in 1836. Herzog Ludwig von Arenberg employed architect Josef Niehaus, whose design reflects 16th-century villa aesthetics. The square structure spans 19.55 meters on each side, with an external staircase on the northern face and a lime tree-lined entrance.

Unforgettable Highlights

  • 📐 Unique Architecture: The manor features identical perspectives, showcasing meticulous design.
  • 🌳 Historic Gardens: The estate includes gardens designed by Maximilian Friedrich Weyhe, home to century-old trees.
  • 🏛️ Cultural Significance: Used as a conference center and guest house by Düsseldorf University since 2000.

Accessible to all, a visit to Mickeln House appeals to tourists, families, and history enthusiasts alike.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Mickeln House

Historic Foundation

Originally established in 1210, the site has a rich history dating back over 800 years.

Architectural Influences

Josef Niehaus used 16th-century designs by Galeazzo Alessi as inspiration for the manor.

Ancient Trees

The gardens include plane trees, European Beech, and two Lebanon cedars, which are considered natural monuments.

Location

Alt Himmelgeist 25

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