The 2011 Opened Museum of the Bavarian Kings, which stands in a fantastic location on the banks of the Alpsee in Schwangau, presents the aristocratic Wittelsbach dynasty in more detail, to which the fairytale king Ludwig II and his father Maximilian II also belonged. The museum is considered one of the most beautiful and modern in all of Germany.
A visit to the world-famous royal castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau is of course an essential part of a holiday in Füssen-Weißensee. In addition, we recommend a visit to the Museum of the Bavarian Kings, which is located on the banks of the Alpsee and provides insights into the history of the Wittelsbach royal family on an exhibition area of approximately 1200 square meters. The focus of the exhibition is King Maximilian II, the castle Hohenschwangau in 19. Century had it converted into a cozy residential castle, and his son Fairytale King Ludwig II, who created the magnificent castle Neuschwanstein, probably the most famous sight in Germany. While museum visitors learn all sorts of interesting facts about the Bavarian kings in a modern and luxurious ambience with the help of interactive technology and impressive displays, they can always enjoy wonderful views of the royal castles and the picturesque Alpsee through the panoramic windows. Tours of the museum are also possible on themed tours.
In the beautiful, light-flooded foyer, a large map provides museum visitors with an initial overview of which important rulers belonged to the Bavarian noble family of the Wittelsbachs. In the walk-through family tree, the most important representatives of the royal family, which played a key role in shaping politics and religion in Europe in past centuries, are presented in more detail from the Middle Ages to the present. A highlight of the museum is the magnificently furnished Hall of Kings, which is dedicated to King Ludwig II and his father Maximilian II and contains numerous valuable exhibits. The 112 Jahre enduring Kingdom of Bavaria, which six Wittelsbachers ruled as kings, is the subject of the next museum rooms, which show, among other things, which famous buildings, such as the Pompejanum in Aschaffenburg and the Linderhof Castle, were built on behalf of these rulers.
Another section here shows the influence of the kings on technical progress in the 19. century had. The myth of King Ludwig II and the golden wedding of the last Bavarian royal couple Ludwig III. and Marie-Therese are other topics to which the museum is dedicated. Finally, it also introduces the Wittelsbachers who are still living in more detail. Around 160 original exhibits and interactive productions convey a lively picture and lots of interesting facts about one of the oldest dynasties in Europe.
The concerts, lectures, readings and other events that regularly take place in the foyer make the Museum of the Bavarian Kings a popular social meeting place. A highlight 2016 , for example, is the lecture by the King Ludwig expert Dr. Peter Gauweiler on 25.08. To 18 Uhr. After a tour of the museum, visitors should also take a look at the museum shop, where you can purchase all sorts of products related to King Ludwig II, books about the Wittelsbachs, culinary Allgäu delicacies and even fine jewelry. A restaurant, which offers a great view of the Alpsee and the Allgäu mountains, ensures the physical well-being of museum visitors.
The Museum of the Bavarian Kings provides a lot of background information about the Bavarian rulers and their magnificent castles in a modern and beautiful atmosphere. Culture lovers and King Ludwig fans should definitely stop by here on their vacation in Weißensee.
