Reichskammergerichtsmuseum, Wetzlar
Facts and practical information
The Imperial Chamber Court Museum presents an exhibition on the structure, functioning and history of the Imperial Chamber Court throughout the period of its activity. Opened in 1987, the museum is located in Hofstatt 19 in Wetzlar, a cameral palace built by Kammergerichtsassessor Franz von Pape. It is supported by the Gesellschaft für Reichskammergerichtsforschung e.V. and a scientific advisory board. Original paintings, furniture, sculptures and contemporary printed works are on display. The research center, which is located in the same building, deals with the working basis and history of the Imperial Chamber Court as well as its role in the constitutional structure of the early modern empire. Another focus is the court's personnel.
Reichskammergerichtsmuseum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Lottehaus, Wetzlar Cathedral, Cube - DAV Kletterzentrum Wetzlar, Palais Papius.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Reichskammergerichtsmuseum open?
- Monday closed
- Tuesday 11 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 11 am - 5 pm
- Thursday 11 am - 5 pm
- Friday 11 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 11 am - 5 pm
- Sunday 11 am - 5 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Reichskammergerichtsmuseum?
How to get to Reichskammergerichtsmuseum by public transport?
Bus
- Schillerplatz • Lines: Citybus (3 min walk)
- Steighausplatz • Lines: Citybus (3 min walk)
Train
- Wetzlar (22 min walk)