The Alfreda Biedermanna Palace is a stunning property that holds a tragic history. Originally owned by Alfred Biedermann, a successful manufacturer and influential figure in Łódź, the palace was also closely associated with the launch of the city's tram service. However, after Alfred's death in 1936, his brother Bruno and his family moved in. The arrival of the Red Army in 1945 resulted in the nationalization of the Biedermann's property, and Bruno received an immediate eviction notice. Fearing persecution and unwilling to go into exile, Bruno made a devastating decision - he took the lives of his wife and daughter before ending his own life. Their bodies were laid to rest without any markings in the palace garden.
Despite this tragic past, the palace is now under the ownership of the University of Lodz. It is an elegant and well-maintained building that offers beautiful interiors and a grand wooden staircase in the living room. I have personally attended a piano concert there and can attest to the excellent acoustics. The palace also features a lovely park, creating a serene atmosphere that is ideal for relaxation. It is worth noting that only two rooms and the staircase have been preserved, while the rest of the building is used for official purposes. While the character of the rooms has been maintained, some may question the decision to convert such beautiful spaces into "official" areas.
Overall, the Alfreda Biedermanna Palace is a fantastic destination for those looking to appreciate its beauty and history. It is a place that showcases the resilience of the human spirit despite the tragedies it has witnessed. Whether visiting for a concert or an art exhibition at Wozownia, the palace offers a unique and unforgettable experience.
Address:
Franciszkańska 1/5, Łódź
Phone:
+48 42 665 56 27
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25.04.23
Diamonds
Palace of Alfred Biedermann, a successful manufacturer, a respected person in the city and one of the initiators of the launch of the tram service in Łódź.
A beautiful place where a terrible tragedy happened.
After Alfred's death in 193.. Read more »6, his younger brother Bruno moved in with his wife and daughter. In 1945, after the arrival of the Red Army, all the property of the Bidermans was nationalized, and Bruno received an indicative letter of eviction within an hour. Fearing persecution by the new government and unwillingness to go into exile, he made a terrible decision - he shot his wife and daughter, and then committed suicide by shooting himself in the head. Their bodies were buried in the palace garden without any markings.
On the clothes from the photo are the ruins of the former factory.
Now the palace belongs to the University of Lodz.
21.02.23
Massimo
Elegant place, I was in this building for a piano concert. Excellent acoustics.
08.02.23
Anita
Beautiful, well-maintained Palace, property of the University of Lodz. Beautiful interiors and wooden stairs in the living room. It is worth visiting when there is an occasion, e.g. a concert or vernissage in Wozownia.
27.01.23
Aleksandra
The outside of the palace is beautiful. Inside, however, only two rooms and stairs have been preserved. The rest of the building is open for official use. The character of the rooms is preserved, but I do not understand the idea of converting such .. Read more »beautiful places into "official ones".
17.12.22
Elżbieta
A fantastic palace with a well-kept park. Currently used by the University of Lodz.
05.07.22
Bones
A cool place to relax and enjoy a Lodz Polish ... ?❗
15.05.22
Aaron
beautiful place even more beautiful people
26.12.21
Anita
Beautiful, well-kept Palace, property of the University of Lodz. Beautiful interior and wooden stairs in the living room. Worth a visit when there is an opportunity.
04.12.20
Mirek
A very nice place.
27.10.20
Katarzyna
Great place :)
22.02.20
Tanyusha
Cleaned up. It has compact bins for sorting different types of waste.
26.10.19
Marcin
High standard, all with the highest class, intimate events will be great at this place. I highly recommend!
06.09.19
Maciej
Nice, quiet, atmospheric place especially on a Sunday afternoon when no one except the guard is not here. Entry only after obtaining permission for the University of Lodz
21.08.19
Lukasz
The building is occupied by the University of Lodz, which is well-kept, surrounded by a fence that the tourist does not have the opportunity to visit
06.07.19
Marek
A manufacturer's palace erected in lat 1910 1912 in a modernist style with references to classicist architecture. The ground floor of the building was representative, the floor had a typically residential function. The interiors are richly decor.. Read more »ated with numerous works of art from the Bidermannow family collection. Currently, the palace houses one of the branches of the University of Lodz.
22.06.19
A
Beautiful surroundings. It is worth seeing this palace, though only from the outside because there is a school in the building and you are not allowed to enter.
22.06.19
Marcin
It's worth visiting this place. A lot of history can be seen there. This was shown in a very clear way a great place
12.03.19
Bon
The remains of the former Biderman factory at the back of the palace, unfortunately, have not been revitalized. Detriment. Even the other two towers are worth the restaurant as a tourist attraction - a scenic view of the old Łódź area. Manufac.. Read more »tory example shows that it is worth. The factory is not available. Well visible from ul. Północna and interesting from the park Helenów.
18.06.18
Bogusław
Alfred Biedermann's Residence at ul. Franciszkańska 1/5 in Łódź, was built in the years 1910-1912, according to the design of an unknown German architect. The palace was built in a garden, presumably on the site of the one-story house tha.. Read more »t had existed earlier, built by Robert Biedermann for his adolescent sons and later inhabited by Alfred and his family. Among all such rich residences of Łódź manufacturers, the palace building of Alfred Biedermann is distinguished by its modest form, although its owner could not complain about the lack of funds. The design referred to the type of detached villas built near factories. An L-shaped building was erected, with the main part adjacent to Franciszkańska Street and an outbuilding extending into the property. From the outside, the only decorations are rotunda breaks, columned portal and garden terraces. The whole creates a compact modernist body, freely referring to the baroque architecture. The building was erected shortly before the outbreak of World War I, hence not all elements of the façade's plastic were completed. Only a thorough renovation carried out in the late 90's and early 2000 by the current owner of the building, University of Lodz, enriched the facade.
07.08.16
Elżbieta
The palace is available to visitors only after prior arrangement with the owner of the University of Łódź. However, it can be seen from the outside. The palace garden is well-kept. An old tree stand, beautiful plantings, flower beds, a fountai.. Read more »n and a house formerly used as a gatehouse.
4.7 / 68
