With its 269 rooms and 8100 m2 of living area, surrounded by a 28-acre park, the Villa Hügel - is a symbol of the industrialization of Germany.
The Villa Hügel, built in the years 1870 to 1873 by Alfred Krupp (1812-1887) should be home and refuge for themselves and their families.
As a 14-year-old boy, he had to take over responsibility in the company after the death of his father, Friedrich Krupp (1787-1826) founder of the Fried. Krupp company. In the following years he developed the company to one of the most important industrial companies of the 19th Century.
The villa also provided a worthy setting for representation, receptions and festivities. Emperors and kings, entrepreneurs from around the world, politicians and leaders of many nations were guests here.
Today, the Alfried Krupp von Bohlen und Halbach-Foundation is the owner of the entire property..
