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The Carmelites originally founded a monastery at the old town of Bamberg in 13th century. But in 1586 this building passed to the Bishop who needed it for his newly established seminary. As compensation the Carmelites received the empty 12th century monastery of St. Theodor at „Unterer Kaulberg“ which had housed a Cisterican nunnery until 1554. The Carmelites owned and used the buildings and the appendant church until 1803 when the monastery was dissolved. But already in 1902 the convent was reacquired by the Carmelites who reside at the site down to the present day.
Between 1692 and 1707 the medieval church was remodelled by master builder Johann Leonhard Dientzenhofer and thereby obtained a Baroque appearance. Unfortunately most of the church inventory was sold at the above mentioned secularization of the monastery in 1803. The Carmelites have only been able to repossess parts of the original fixtures like, for example, the early 18th century altar and the pulpit.
The monastery’s most remarkable feature undoubtedly is the cloister with its beautiful 14th century Romanesque arches and columns. The variety of the pillars’ capital decoration alone is defintely worth a visit. The meaning of many of these sculptures has not been unriddled, though. Have a look at this impressive works of masonry and maybe contribute to the mystery’s solution! ; )
The monastery can be visited daily between 09:00 - 11:30 am and 02:30 and 05:30 pm. No entrance fee.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: Karmelitenplatz 1, 96049 Bamberg
Phone: +49 951 / 2976-200
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Bamberg cathedral is an amazing site full of centuries old, unique works of art!
When in 1007 Emperor Heinrich II and the bishops of the Frankfurt synod agreed on establishing the diocese of Bamberg, a mighty church was already under construction which, in 1012, was consecrated. Two huge fires, in 1081 and 1185, however destroyed this church and also the 2nd one built at this spot. Only few fragments of these early buildings could be preserved. Today's church was built in early 13th century, using 2 different architectural styles: Romanesque and Early Gothic. The cathedral's remarkable silhoutte dates back to the 18th century when 4 mighty towers were added. Inside the cathedral there are many things to explore:
The 13th century life-size statue of a rider, probably showing King Stephan I of Hungary who achieved Christianization of his country in 11th century and therefore later got elevated to sainthood.
There also are several beautifully designed medieval tombs. The cathedral is the last resting place of Emperor Heinrich II and Empress Kunigunde who both were founders of the cathedral and both got canonized. There also is the only preserved tomb of a Pope to be found North of the Alps. Pope Clemens II died in Bamberg in 1047 under mysterious circumstances. You will also find the artistically valuable epitaphs/ tombs of several prince-bishops like, for example, Friedrich von Truhendingen's, Friedrich von Hohenlohe's (both 14th century) and Albert von Wertheim's (15th century).
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: Domplatz, 96049 Bamberg
Phone: +49 (0) 951 / 2976-200
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There are around 200,000 different obejcts in the museum from the following areas: geology, mineralogy, paleontology, zoology and botany. This huge collection has been put together over 200 years. Especially beautiful and worth seeing is the historical exhibitions hall.
Updated Apr 4, 2011
Address: Fleischstr. 2, 96047 Bamberg
Phone: 0951 - 8631249
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Schloss Weissenstein near Pommersfelden is one of the residences of the Bamberg archbishops, just 15 minutes driving distance from Bamberg. It has a dramatic staircase lobby with a truly glorious baroque ceiling. There is a small but pretty baroque chapel, also very popular for weddings. In the landscape-styled gardens (entry 1 €) you find a herd of free-roaming roe deer.
Updated Feb 15, 2011
Address: Pommersfelden / near Bamberg
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The Alte Rathaus precinct is really amazing. The Rathaus itself, is accessed by two main bridges the Obere and the Untere (over and under). All around however, there are several more modern bridges most of which are covered in beautiful flowers. The overall effect is that of bringing it all together as one beautiful precinct, the likes of which you will never see elsewhere.
Written Jun 23, 2010
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There are several riverside roads that can be walked in the city of Bamberg. The great part is that you feel that you are actually out in the country within a few minutes. This one runs by the Regnitz from the Train Station side of the bridge on Luitpoldstrasse. Just before the bridge turn left and really enjoy an opportunity to relax and unwind even if you only walk a little way and then come back. The road leads to other churches and some biergartens etc. along the way/ Lovely on a nice warm day.
Written Jun 23, 2010
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It's only a small river of about 58kms in length and it joins up with the River Main somewhere around Bamberg, I believe, but its history is not why I am creating a tip out of the Regnitz River. I have only seen it in Bamberg, but what a way to see it. this is a fast flowing little river that really makes its present felt and winds its way around some of the major sights of the city in the most interesting of ways. It is no wonder that people find it a great river for kayaking. I'm not doing much of a job of describing it I know, but you really need to see it to know what I mean. Maybe my photos will help.
Written Jun 14, 2010
Address: Bamberg, Germany
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I prefer to refer to it as Klein-Venedig for one very good reason. It seems that there are so many "Little Venice"'s in Europe, that I have literally lost count after Colmar, Mykonos and Bamberg. This is a particularly lovely "Little Venice" however and comprises what used to be the homes of fisherman in the area. It is best seen from a boat, but if that is not possible, just look to your right as you are approaching the Alte Rathaus from the Market side and you will have as good a view as you will ever get of it from dry land. It really adds to the wonderful old world panorama of this particular part of the city.
Written Jun 14, 2010
Address: On the banks of the river Regnitz, Bamberg
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The Monastery was founded in 1015 but the original building was destroyed in 1117 by an earthquake. St Otto, who at the time was Bishop orderered its reconstruction. This was done in Romanesque style and was opened after the Bishop's canonisation in the late 12th century. In the 17th century it was destroyed by fire and was then rebuilt in the Neo Gothic style which was changed in parts to the Baroque style that we see today, in the 1700s. Today it operates as a home for the elderly and is a well patronised tourist landmark. The tomb of St Otto is housed here also.
Updated Jun 14, 2010
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The Neue Residenz was built between 1693 and 1703 especially to house Bishop Prince Lothar Franz. It is a huge building baroque in style and stands on the oppposite side of the Domplatz to the Alte Residenz and the Imperial Cathedral. It is possible to walk around inside and to see some of the really ornate bedrooms and hallways within. On the upper floor you will find the Imperial Hall and the Kaisersaal. The courtyard in the rear of the building is home to a truly stunning rose garden, but you have to know it's there if you are to find it.
Written Jun 14, 2010
Address: Domplatz, Bamberg
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