Würzburg, Bavaria, Germany
Slept in this morning as we have another afternoon shore excursion so no hurry this morning. Thanks to everyone for all the comments. It gives us a kick to hear from you. I’m sorry I haven’t been answering them, but as you can tell, we have been very busy and I am keeping my promise to John to not get too busy blogging to enjoy the trip! We are reading them all and laughing when appropriate!
I have a little time this morning to tell you some of what we will see today…We will tour the Würzburg Bishops’ Residenz. “For centuries, the Würzburg prince-bishops wielded enormous power and wealth, and the city of Würzburg grew in opulence under their rule. Their crowning glory is the UNESCO-listed Bishops’s Residenz, one of Germany’s finest baroque palace ensembles, built between 1720 and 1744.” I may or may not be able to take pictures inside as apparently there is some controversy about allowing picture taking because of some incident a few years ago. If not, Google it and I am sure there will be some interior shots there.
Well, we were able to take pictures inside the Residenz.. There are no words. Hope you enjoy the pictures. We are pooped today.
Extra notes: once again, my pictures are not in exact order…not sure why and I can’t move them around as I should be able to do. Regarding the Residenz…the “old” one was built starting in the year 1200. Part of it (St. Mary’s Church) was built in 1000. It was completely burned out in World War II and rebuilt in 1990.
The “new” Residenz took 60 years to complete starting in 1720-1774 with the interior being finished in 1780. It was built so well that the vaulting of the rooms withstood the fire of 1945. Many of the furnishings had been removed because of the fear of bombing and were thus saved. Lots of what you see in the walls that looks like marble is actually faux marble which was much more expensive than the real thing. Looking at the building, it is obvious that any amount of money that could be spent in construction and furnishings was. Our mouths were open during the entire tour.
The “new” Residenz took 60 years to complete starting in 1720-1774 with the interior being finished in 1780. It was built so well that the vaulting of the rooms withstood the fire of 1945. Many of the furnishings had been removed because of the fear of bombing and were thus saved. Lots of what you see in the walls that looks like marble is actually faux marble which was much more expensive than the real thing. Looking at the building, it is obvious that any amount of money that could be spent in construction and furnishings was. Our mouths were open during the entire tour.
Gary and Kathy
2023-08-18
What can you say about the bishops residenz other than “Unbelievable”!!! Thanks for sharing the experience! The map is a great visual to show your route.
Jane
2023-08-18
“No words” is certainly an understatement for the bishop’s residenz!!!
Mike
2023-08-18
Looks like we need to start saving up for this cruise! Thanks for taking the time to share the pictures. Of course, I love the map photo.
Lora Carbary
2023-08-18
This Castle reminds me of our Baltic Cruise and St Petersburg Russia. The pictures don't really capture the scope of actually being there. Thanks for sharing it and yes this was something I would have really enjoyed to the max. I am sure both residences are jaw dropping. Enjoy and rest up for more fun adventures ahead.
Cathy
2023-08-18
Incredible photos....thank you!
Glenda L.
2023-08-18
Absolutely breathtaking! Thank you for sharing
Ashton
2023-08-19
Wow! The inside is breathtaking. Taking notes for when I make it over to Germany. Love seeing’s y’all’s adventures!
Pat P
2023-08-30
This trip has been amazing and ONE of a lifetime. So glad you have taken the time to do this and thank you for taking us with you. HUGS