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The oldest ecclesiastical Baroque residence on the Upper Rhine
Bruchsal Palace
Worth a closer look

Hidden treasures

At Bruchsal Palace, many of the details of a prince-bishop's residence can be experienced. But some treasures are hidden. That's why visitors should look carefully when exploring the complex.

Arbor Room of Bruchsal Palace. Image: Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württemberg, Arnim Weischer
Original paintings

A grape vine in the middle of the palace: the Arbor Room on the ground floor of the bel étage creates a garden atmosphere.

The Arbor Room
Bruchsal Palace, Ceiling painting in the Domed Hall
Prince-bishop as builder

The prince-bishop's buildings in Bruchsal on the ceiling of the palace: an impressive testimony to the builder's own merits.

The ceiling fresco
Französische Tapisserien im Jagdzimmer, Schloss Bruchsal; Foto: Staatliche Schlösser und Gärten Baden-Württembergs, Dirk Altenkirch
Woven art from France

Elaborate tapestries were a very precious decoration for centuries. Many of them were made in France.

The tapestries
Bruchsal Palace, Chamber Music Hall, Details
Elegant ambiance

The Chamber Music Hall received its present form at the end of the 18th century. Its style is unique in the palace.

The Chamber Music Hall