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Stadtresidenz Landshut (City residence Landshut)

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The first Renaissance palace on German soil is located, hidden behind a classicist façade, in the middle of the old town of Landshut. Duke Ludwig X had a city palace built here from 1536 onwards (today known as the "German Building"). During a trip to Italy, he was inspired by the splendour of the Palazzo del Te in Mantua and engaged Italian master builders for an extension to the Landshut residence - the "Italian Building" was created. The Renaissance ceiling painting with a pictorial programme committed to the erudition of humanism has been largely preserved. At the end of the 18th century, the building was altered according to classical taste. The so-called Birkenfeld Rooms date from this period. With their rare French paper wallpapers from 1803, they represent a unique ensemble.

Last edited on 22.01.2025

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Stadtresidenz Landshut (City residence Landshut) © Bavarian Palace Department, www.schloesser.bayern.de
Inner courtyard with portico (opens enlarged image)
Stadtresidenz Landshut (City residence Landshut) © Bavarian Palace Department, www.schloesser.bayern.de

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