Museum
Landshut Residence
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The Landshut Residence is a splendid Renaissance palace that once served as the town house of the dukes of Bavaria. Built in the 16th century, it now hosts the city museum (Stadtmuseum) and art collections. Visitors enter through a grand courtyard with arcades and explore rooms filled with period furniture, paintings, and decorative arts. The museum traces Landshut's history from prehistoric times through the Middle Ages to the present, with highlights including a collection of Gothic sculptures and a recreated pharmacy. The art gallery features works by local artists and European masters. What makes the Residence distinctive is its intact Renaissance architecture, with ornate ceilings and stucco work that transport you back to the ducal era. The palace also hosts temporary exhibitions and cultural events.
Don't miss
- Explore the Renaissance courtyard with its arcades
- See the Gothic sculpture collection in the museum
- View the recreated 19th-century pharmacy
- Admire the ornate stucco ceilings in the state rooms
- Check for temporary art exhibitions
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