{"id":5190,"date":"2025-11-14T11:37:46","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T10:37:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weissensee.de\/chinese-garden\/"},"modified":"2026-04-15T14:07:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T12:07:35","slug":"chinese-garden","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.weissensee.de\/en\/culture-tourism\/welcome-to-weissensee\/chinese-garden\/","title":{"rendered":"Chinese garden"},"content":{"rendered":"

Opening hours:<\/strong> open from April to October<\/mark><\/p>\n

Season opening on Friday, April 03, 2026 from 10:00 am<\/p>\n

Opening hours in April:
\nFriday\/ Saturday\/ Sunday\/ public holidays
\n10:00 – 18:00<\/p>\n

(last admission 17:30)<\/p>\n

Current information on the accessibility of the Chinese Garden:<\/strong>
\nClosure of the staircase<\/strong>
\nDue to considerable damage to the staircase leading to the pagodas and the exit of the Chinese Garden, this area had to be closed to public access with immediate effect for safety reasons.
\nThe defective condition of the staircase and the lake pagoda is currently being examined in independent evidence proceedings at the Erfurt Regional Court.
\nDuring these proceedings, it is not possible to initiate structural changes or repair measures.
\nWe ask for your understanding for the necessary measures and the associated restrictions.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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<\/i><\/i><\/span>Prices<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Admission per person: 5 \u20ac<\/strong><\/p>\n

Children up to 6 years have free admission
\nChildren 7 to 16 years 2 \u20ac<\/strong>
\nDisabled persons 4 \u20ac<\/strong> (necessary accompanying person receives free admission)<\/p>\n

Family ticket (2 adults, max. 3 children 7 – 16 years) \u20ac 12<\/strong>
\nFamily ticket mini (1 adult, max. 3 children 7 – 16 years) \u20ac 7<\/strong>
\nAdult season ticket (only in conjunction with ID card) \u20ac 20<\/strong><\/p>\n

Admission is free for residents of Wei\u00dfensee.<\/p>\n

Photo permit (for commercial photographers or for the use of a tripod) \u20ac 25<\/strong><\/p>\n

Parking fees are not charged. Please use the parking lot at the gondola pond. <\/p>\n

Guided tours: \u20ac5<\/strong> per person (minimum 10 participants)<\/p>\n

Weddings incl. all guests and photo permit: \u20ac 250<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Group travel<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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Discount system for travel companies:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Reimbursement is based on turnover. The following discounts are granted and refunded at the end of the season: <\/p>\n

from 250 persons to 500 persons: 15 % of the total turnover
\nfrom 501 persons: 20 % of the total turnover<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Admission prices for kindergartens, school classes and after-school groups:<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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(after prior registration)<\/p>\n

Group rate – kindergarten groups, school classes and after-school groups<\/strong>
\n(one supervisor per group included) \u20ac 40.00 without guided tour<\/p>\n

To ensure a smooth visit, please note the following:
\nSchool classes and kindergarten groups must always be supervised and kept together.
\nThe Chinese Garden is not a playground. The instructions of the park supervisors, who exercise the right of domicile within their area of responsibility, must be followed at all times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Site plan<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>
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The “garden of eternal happiness”<\/h2><\/div>

The idea of the garden<\/h3><\/div>

The “Garden of Eternal Happiness” stands for harmony between man and nature. A unique garden landscape of water, stones, buildings, paths and decorative design elements invites you to linger and relax. The design goal of Chinese gardens – to create harmony between the seven elements “earth, sky, stones, water, buildings, paths and plants” – allowed for the eighth element, the experiencer, the human being.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Man in the garden<\/h3><\/div>

And so these gardens focus on the meaningful composition of stones, water, buildings and paths. These elements serve as decoration. The garden images created invite you to rest, to enjoy and, above all, to contemplate. (A contemplative attitude is characterized by calm and gentle attention. The term is also often used in connection with the contemplation of nature or a work of art. The adjective contemplative here means concentration on spiritual content). This goal is achieved in the Wei\u00dfenseer Garten.<\/p>\n<\/div>

The design elements<\/h3><\/div>

The buildings in the Wei\u00dfensee Chinese Garden, which were prefabricated using traditional manufacturing methods and erected by Chinese specialists, are an unusual design feature. In addition to the dominant tea pavilion, a wedding pavilion, a pavilion of joy and arcades in the western and eastern parts of the garden have been created. At the center of the garden is the “Pond of the Four Seasons”. A footbridge in a zig-zag arrangement typical of Chinese gardens connects the tea and wedding pavilions. A flowing body of water accompanies visitors on their tours. In this way, the Chinese garden can be experienced as both a peaceful and an active place.<\/p>\n<\/div>

The materials<\/h3><\/div>

The path and wall materials used in the Wei\u00dfensee Chinese Garden, as well as all structures such as pavilions and pagodas, are originally from China. Exceptions are the large-format travertine stones from a local quarry and solid wood for the steps and walkways to the gondola pond.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Getting married in the Chinese Garden<\/h2><\/div>

For many couples, getting married in the “Garden of Eternal Happiness” is more than just a lasting memory. We will be happy to answer your questions. <\/p>\n

If you have decided to get married, then make this day even more beautiful by saying “I do” in the Chinese Garden. The number of people getting married in the Chinese Garden has been increasing since 2011. <\/p>\n

A unique and extraordinary ambience envelops the wedding ceremony. Our gardener will decorate the wedding pavilion according to your wishes. From a little bow with a green branch to a white rose on the chair, many variations are possible, which you can discuss with us. <\/p>\n

After the ceremony, you can order a small champagne reception in the garden, let pigeons fly in front of the Chinese Garden or saw wood as you wish. Make up your mind and turn your civil wedding ceremony into an unforgettable experience.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Information from the registry office about the wedding in the Chinese Garden<\/span><\/a><\/div>
<\/i>The checklist provides you with the most important information for your wedding ceremony in the “Garden of Eternal Happiness” at a glance.<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Pavilions and pagodas<\/h3><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The Chinese ‘Garden of Eternal Happiness’ in the center of the historic old town of Wei\u00dfensee is the largest single garden of its kind in Germany. Connoisseurs regard it as a walk-in work of art of extraordinary beauty. It was modeled on a dragon and extends into the gondola pond. During his visit to Wei\u00dfensee, the Chinese ambassador was very impressed and called this garden ‘… the showcase of China in Germany’. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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The wedding pavilion is not only very popular with visitors. It offers a worthy setting for the most beautiful day in the lives of two people.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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The tea pavilion offers the opportunity to find peace and contemplation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Those who pass through the gate to Weitsicht are treated to a magnificent view of the Pavilion of Fragrant Water and the Lake Pavilion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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The Pavilion of Joy impresses with its transparency and thus allows a panoramic view of the garden, because happiness and joy belong together.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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The Pavilion of Joy impresses with its transparency and thus allows a panoramic view of the garden, because happiness and joy belong together.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

Impressions and details<\/h3><\/div>
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The “Pond of the Four Seasons” is a central element in the center of the Chinese Garden. The paths lead to it or surround it.<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Water and paths complement each other and emphasize the detailed garden design.<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The view of the sky is also worthwhile, as the roofing of the arcades and gates was also meticulously designed.<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Individual sculptures particularly enhance certain areas of the garden. Each visitor discovers and interprets them in their own way.<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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The bas-reliefs tell stories from the lives of people in China.<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Parking regulations<\/h2><\/div>

Visitors enter the garden at their own risk.<\/p>\n

By paying the entrance fee, this is expressly acknowledged and the park rules are acknowledged and accepted.<\/p>\n

The garden is generally reserved for pedestrians.<\/p>\n

Visitors are liable for any damage they cause.<\/p>\n

The entire park is under video surveillance.<\/p>\n<\/div>

It is not permitted in the Chinese Garden and for the safety of visitors:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>