Episcopalian Baroque residence at Lake Constance
Meersburg New Palace

Hidden treasures

Meersburg New Palace is a place where the world of prince-bishops has been unusually well preserved, from the impressive Baroque residence to touching details of daily life. Meersburg is worth a second and third look, in search of hidden treasures.

Image: Antechamber with game table, Meersburg New Palace

Precious wall decor

Two rooms on the bel étage were decorated with woven images of the prince-bishops’ favorite pastime: the hunt.

The tapestries
Image: Stucco element with birds, Meersburg New Palace

Imaginative stucco work

Splendid stucco work can be seen in many palaces, but the stucco found in Meersburg is special because of its humor and creativity.

Stucco
Image: Overdoor by Johann Fidelis Wetz titled “Sacrificing Isaac”, Meersburg New Palace

Magnificent paintings

Sensational finds: The newly restored original paintings can be admired above the doors on the bel étage.

Overdoors
Image: Shell, natural history cabinet, Meersburg New Palace

Conchs and snail shells

The prince-bishops had a collection of natural items. What once caused such a sensation, can again be admired.

The natural history cabinet
Image: Exterior of the teahouse

A breathtaking view

The pavilion below the palace garden served the princes as a retreat and as a site for intimate meetings.

The teahouse