The park was designed by the renowned landscape architect Max Laeuger.
The central fountain features a sculptural basin inspired by Baroque water features.
Over 10,000 rose plants are typically maintained in the park during peak season.
The garden layout was specifically designed to be viewed from the slightly elevated adjacent path.
The site commemorates the municipal contribution of Albert Gönner, who was pivotal in developing Baden-Baden's infrastructure.
The Gönneranlage is a notable neo-Baroque style park located within the historic Lichtentaler Allee gardens in Baden-Baden. It is renowned for its extensive rose collection, featuring over 300 different varieties that bloom annually. The park was donated to the city in 1909 by Hermann Sielcken in memory of his mother and named after the city's former mayor, Albert Gönner. Its design incorporates structured flower beds, stone fountains, and ornamental pergolas that reflect the aesthetic of early 20th-century landscape gardening. The park layout is strictly symmetrical, emphasizing geometric order and classical design elements. It serves as a botanical bridge between the denser forested sections of the Oos river valley and the more manicured urban parks. Maintenance focuses on preserving the original historical plant palettes and architectural features. The garden serves as a site for public horticultural exhibits and seasonal flower displays.
The central pergolas looking back toward the main fountain, framing the rose beds in the foreground.
Bring a macro lens or a camera capable of close-up photography to capture the intricate rose details.
Visit during the peak bloom period, usually late June or early July, for the highest density of flowers.
Combine your visit with a walk along the entire stretch of Lichtentaler Allee to reach the nearby Museum Frieder Burda.
Do not mistake the Gönneranlage for the nearby larger Kurpark; this is a smaller, distinct botanical section.
Stay on the designated gravel paths; do not touch or pick the flowers.
