Kunst- und Wunderkammer Burg Trausnitz

About the museum

The art and wonder chamber opened in 2004 in the Damenstock on the east side of the castle courtyard. It is a branch of the Bavarian National Museum and is modeled on the Munich Kunstkammer of Dukes Albrecht V and Wilhelm V from the 16th century.

Burg Trausnitz was founded in 1204 and served for about 250 years as the residence of the Dukes of Lower Bavaria, and later as the court of the Bavarian hereditary princes. Under Wilhelm V and his wife Renata of Lorraine, it was converted into a Renaissance palace in the 16th century.

The approximately 800 objects follow the four themes of the Kunstkammern: human-made works of art (Artificialia), natural specimens such as animals, antlers, shells and minerals (Naturalia), exotic materials and porcelain (Exotica), and scientific instruments (Scientifica). Together they bring the worldview of around 1600 to life.

Highlights

• Around 800 objects in four thematic areas
• Bronze sculptures, paintings and finely carved small works
• Exotica: porcelain, ivory, tortoiseshell, mother-of-pearl
• Scientific instruments and automata
• Accessible by elevator

Permanent exhibition

• Kunst- und Wunderkammer – Around 800 works of art, natural specimens, exotic pieces and scientific instruments in four thematic areas.

Founded

2004

Operated by

Bayerisches Nationalmuseum

Admission & discounts

Admission is a combined ticket for the castle and the art and wonder chamber.

Accessibility

• Partially wheelchair accessible
• Elevator
• Accessible restroom: no information
• Accessible parking
• Service dogs welcome: no information
• Tactile models & exhibits: no information
• Sign language tours: no information
• Easy-to-read materials: no information
• Audio description: no information

The exhibition rooms are reachable step-free by elevator, and seating is available. The castle grounds are a pedestrian zone with a firm gravel surface. A designated accessible parking space is at the Burgparkplatz Pfeifergorigasse, about 800 m from the ticket office. Driving on the castle grounds is only possible with a special permit.

Kids & families

Great for kids & families

• Family tours & workshops
• Activity booklet, scavenger hunt or kids’ audio guide

Guided tours for children and families can be booked. For visiting the castle, there is a discovery booklet for children. Children and young people under 18 pay no admission.

Getting there & parking

Route via the A92 to the Moosburg-Nord exit, then the B11 toward Landshut city center.

Amenities & dining

• Restaurant

Burgschänke (restaurant and bar) on the castle grounds.

Events & venue rental

The museum hasn’t published any information on this.

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