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Initiation of Palace Construction

When
1715
Where
Karlsruhe Palace site
Part of
Construction of Karlsruhe Palace

Margrave Charles III William ordered the construction of a new palace in 1715 after a dispute with Durlach citizens.

The construction of Karlsruhe Palace began in 1715. This project was commissioned by Margrave Charles III William of Baden-Durlach, who sought a new residence following a conflict with the people of his previous capital, Durlach.

Sources

  1. Karlsruhe Palace Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-30

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