The Kaisersaal, or Emperor's Hall, features monumental ceiling frescoes painted by Melchior Steidl in 1709.
Napoleon Bonaparte stayed in the palace for several days in 1806 during the French occupation of Bamberg.
The Rose Garden contains approximately 4,500 roses arranged in a formal geometric pattern.
The palace holds one of the most important collections of German Baroque paintings in Bavaria.
The building's construction was initiated by Prince-Bishop Johann Philipp von Gebsattel in 1604.
The Neue Residenz in Bamberg served as the primary residence for the Prince-Bishops of Bamberg from the early 17th century until 1802. Its architecture features a blend of Renaissance and Baroque styles, reflecting the transition of power and taste among the city's ruling elite. The palace comprises four wings surrounding two courtyards, showcasing the Kaisersaal and opulent state rooms decorated with stucco work and 18th-century frescoes. The attached Rose Garden, situated on a terrace, provides an elevated vantage point overlooking the city's old town and the Michaelsberg Abbey. The interior houses a significant collection of Baroque paintings, tapestries, and period furniture. The complex currently functions as a museum and administrative site, maintained by the Bavarian Palace Department.
The central fountain in the Rose Garden, framed by the backdrop of the Michaelsberg Abbey.
Combine your interior tour with a walk through the Rose Garden, which does not require a ticket.
Check the official website for rotating special exhibitions that may temporarily restrict access to certain wings.
The stone benches in the Rose Garden offer a quiet place to view the Michaelsberg architecture.
Attempting to enter the residence courtyard with large bags, as storage facilities are limited.
Closed on Mondays throughout the year.
No photography with flash inside the state rooms; maintain a quiet demeanor in the galleries.
