The park was designed between 1912 and 1920 to provide a contemplative space for the factory's staff and executives.
It contains a meticulously maintained Japanese garden, a rare feature for industrial corporate campuses in Germany.
The site houses trees from multiple continents, chosen by Carl Duisberg himself during his world travels.
The landscape layout deliberately obscures the views of the surrounding industrial factory buildings.
Carl-Duisberg-Park is a landscaped garden located within the Bayer AG chemical site in Leverkusen. Commissioned by Carl Duisberg, the park combines elements of English landscape gardening with Japanese-style design. The grounds feature rare exotic plants, including giant sequoias and Japanese maples. A prominent centerpiece is the large pond, home to various waterfowl and surrounded by structured stone pathways. The park serves as a green oasis for employees and visitors adjacent to the company's headquarters. Sculptures and historical structures are distributed throughout the manicured lawns and wooded areas. Visitors can walk through a Japanese garden section featuring traditional stone lanterns and bridges. The park is managed and maintained by the Bayer corporation as part of their factory complex.
The wooden bridge in the Japanese garden overlooking the koi pond.
Check the park's official status before arrival, as private events or industrial security updates can occasionally restrict public access.
Wear comfortable walking shoes to traverse the varied terrain, including gravel paths and gentle slopes.
Do not attempt to photograph restricted industrial areas or enter marked 'Employee Only' zones near the factory fence lines.
Occasionally closed for private company events or maintenance; check the Bayer visitor website for current access alerts.
Maintain quiet behavior, stay on designated paths to protect botanical specimens, and do not feed the wildlife.
