Ruhmeshalle und Bavaria
Klenze's temple of honor above the Theresienwiese, with busts of notable Bavarians and the walk-in bronze statue of Bavaria.
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About the museum
King Ludwig I had the Ruhmeshalle (Hall of Fame) built above the Theresienwiese from 1843 to 1853 to honor Bavarian achievements. Leo von Klenze designed the three-winged colonnaded hall on the model of ancient monumental altars. Busts of people whom the king regarded as having distinguished themselves for the country, science and the arts were placed inside. Heavily damaged in World War II, the building was restored from 1965 to 1972.
In 1966 the Bavarian cabinet decided not only to preserve the hall as a museum, but also to continue honoring notable people with new busts. To the 67 surviving busts from the 19th century, 31 more have since been added, including four women: Lena Christ, Clara Ziegler, Therese von Bayern and Emmy Noether.
In front of the temple of honor stands Bavaria, a design by the sculptor Ludwig Schwanthaler. Ferdinand von Miller completed the bronze casting in 1850; at the time it was considered a technical masterpiece. Including its pedestal and the oak wreath it holds aloft, the figure measures 18.52 meters and is the only walk-in large bronze in Germany. A steep spiral staircase inside leads to an observation platform in the head, from which small openings give a view of the Theresienwiese.
Highlights
- Hall of Fame by Leo von Klenze with busts of notable Bavarians
- Bavaria as a walk-in large bronze with an observation platform in its head
- 98 busts, including four women
- View of the Theresienwiese and Oktoberfest
Permanent exhibitions
- Ruhmeshalle – Colonnaded hall with 67 surviving 19th-century busts and 31 busts of Bavarian notables added since 1966.
- Bavaria – Walk-in bronze statue 18.52 meters tall, with an observation platform in its head.
- Operated by
- Bayerische Verwaltung der staatlichen Schlösser, Gärten und Seen
Admission & discounts
| Adults | €5 |
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| Reduced | €4People aged 65 and over, students, people with a severe disability, volunteer service participants, groups of 15 or more paying guests, and others under the rates of the Bavarian Palace Administration (Schlösserverwaltung) |
| Children & teens | freefree up to age 17 · Children and young people up to age 18 enter free; children under 14 only when accompanied by an adult. |
| Seniors | €4from age 65 |
| Visitors with disabilities | €4companion free · with severe disability ID |
| Students & apprentices | €4with student ID |
| Groups (15+ people) | €4 per personClosed groups of 15 or more paying guests |
The admission price applies to Bavaria; the Ruhmeshalle is free to visit during opening hours. Pupils over 18 at general education schools are admitted free with a student ID. A companion is admitted free if the need is noted in the severe disability ID ("B" marker).
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible: not available
- Elevator: not available
- Accessible restroom: no information
- Accessible parking: no information
- 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
Accessible only by stairs; the steep spiral staircase leads to the observation platform in Bavaria.
Kids & families
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Getting there & parking
By public transit
Theresienwiese (U-Bahn)
U-Bahn to Theresienwiese, bus to Theresienhöhe.
By car
Parking available
Parking on the Theresienwiese (except during Oktoberfest).
Amenities & dining
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Events & venue rental
The museum hasn’t published any information on this.
Plan your visit
| Guided tours | yes |
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| Good to know | Themed tours of the Ruhmeshalle and Bavaria, as well as private group tours, are offered through the Bavarian Palace Administration. Groups and school classes register by phone (+49 162 4121726); during Oktoberfest, visits are only possible from 09:00 to 11:00. |
