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Trausnitz Castle
Trausnitz Castle towers over the city of Landshut and served as the ancestral seat and residence of the Wittelsbach dukes from the 13th to the 16th century. Founded in 1204 by Duke Ludwig I, the complex was transformed over the centuries from a medieval fortress into a magnificent Renaissance palace. A particularly significant era occurred under Duke Wilhelm V, who commissioned Italian artists in the 16th century to decorate the interiors with grand murals. A unique art-historical feature is the so-called Fools' Stairs (Narrentreppe), which depicts life-sized scenes from the Commedia dell'arte. Despite a severe fire in 1961 that destroyed large parts of the princely wing's interior, the castle was meticulously restored to its former glory. Today, it houses the Chamber of Art and Curiosities, a branch of the Bavarian National Museum that documents the diverse collecting passions of Renaissance princes.
- Location: Bavaria, Germany
- Top sights: Burghauser Tor · Burg · Burg Trausnitz
- Nearby: Vilsbiburg (17 km)
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | -1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 9 | 4 | 0 |
| Rain mm | 65 | 49 | 56 | 51 | 95 | 102 | 97 | 102 | 68 | 61 | 55 | 60 |
📋 Practical info
Geography
Facts
- Founded in 1204 by Duke Ludwig I of Bavaria.
- Served as the primary Wittelsbach residence for nearly 400 years.
- The Fools' Stairs feature motifs from the Italian Commedia dell'arte.
- A major fire in 1961 destroyed significant portions of the interior decoration.
- The castle was a central venue for the famous Landshut Wedding of 1475.
- Currently houses the 'Chamber of Art and Curiosities' of the National Museum.
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Sights in the town Trausnitz Castle (10)
Burg Trausnitz🏰 castle
Castle in Germany, former residence of the dukes of Lower Bavaria in Landshut.
Kunst- und Wunderkammer🏛 museum
Castle visit only possible with a guided tour (approx. 45 minutes).
Galerie Rose
Gallery in Landshut with changing art exhibitions.
Schanzl
Viewpoint with panoramic views of Landshut and Trausnitz Castle.
Jesuitenkirche Sankt Ignatius
Church in Landshut, built in Baroque style.
Frauenkapelle
Building in Landshut, Lower Bavaria, Germany, a chapel.
Basilika Sankt Martin
Basilica in Landshut, known for its tall tower.
Old fountain
Ruins of an old fountain on the grounds of Trausnitz Castle.
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