Behind the Scenes: Film Projects in the Castles and Gardens of SPSG in Potsdam
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When Sanssouci Becomes a Film Set: A Tour Full of Stories and Perspectives
This expert tour opens up the hidden filming locations in Sanssouci Park on June 7, 2026. Selected spots in the castles and gardens of SPSG, which have served as backdrops for film and series productions over the past decades, are the focal point. Jürgen Becher, long-time head of the Documentation and Information Center of SPSG, connects film history, monument preservation, and the unique event atmosphere of a place where culture, architecture, and staging meet.
Film Sets with History and Character
The tour starts at the Visitor Center at the New Palace and passes by well-known locations such as the Garden Salon and continues to the New Palace. Productions like GZSZ, Saxony's Glory and Prussia's Glory, Miss Sophie, and other film projects will be recalled. The tour shows how carefully historical rooms are prepared for shoots and what organizational and conservation requirements apply behind the scenes.
Between Monument Preservation and Screenplay
Particularly exciting is the view of the work of SPSG itself: as an institution, it not only preserves the Prussian castles and gardens but also makes them accessible for science, the public, and cultural productions. This combination of expertise, event planning, and cultural responsibility shapes the experience. Those who join will not only experience a stroll through Sanssouci Park but also an expert journey through the production world behind well-known images.
Orangery Palace and Plant Hall as a Special Station
Another highlight is the Orangery Palace with the Western Plant Hall. Here, film projects such as Around the World in Eighty Days and Miss Sophie are discussed. The backdrop of historical architecture, wide perspectives, and summer garden splendor creates an impressive audience atmosphere. The result is an event experience that is equally informative, atmospheric, and surprising.
Practical Information for the Visit
The meeting point is the Visitor Center at the New Palace in Sanssouci Park, and the event takes place outdoors and in historic facilities. Arrival is possible by public transport via stops such as Potsdam, Schloss Sanssouci or Potsdam, Neues Palais. Paid parking is available for cars and buses at parking lot P1 near the Historical Mill and P3 at the New Palace. The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Conclusion: This tour connects film history, monument culture, and Potsdam's most famous backdrop for a lively walk with rarity value. Anyone wanting to experience historical places from the perspective of major productions should discover this event live on-site.
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