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Imperial Palace Goslar

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The Imperial Palace in Goslar is a unique monument of secular architecture and served as one of the most important residences for German emperors between 1040 and 1050 under Henry III. The monumental palace building is considered the largest and best-preserved secular structure from the 11th century in Germany. For over two centuries, European history was shaped here during numerous Imperial Diets. Particularly impressive is the two-story Imperial Hall on the upper floor, whose walls were decorated in the late 19th century with large-scale murals depicting scenes from German history. Together with Goslar's old town and the Rammelsberg mine, the site is a UNESCO World Heritage monument. In the associated St. Ulrich's Chapel, the heart of Henry III rests in a sarcophagus, while his body is interred in Speyer Cathedral.

Location: Lower Saxony, Germany
Top sights: St. Jakobi · Bürgerhaus Mechtshusen · Marktkirche St. Cosmas und Damian
Nearby: Langelsheim (7 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	0	1	4	9	13	16	19	18	14	9	5	1
Rain mm	68	45	50	38	66	61	85	63	58	56	61	67

📋 Practical info

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Address

Kaiserbleek 6, 38640 Goslar

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Hours

Daily 10:00-17:00 (Apr-Oct), 10:00-16:00 (Nov-Mar)

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Entry

€7.50 adults

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Website

goslar.de

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Transit

15 min walk from station or by city bus

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Parking

Large parking Kaiserpfalz North/South (~€1.50/hr).

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Accessibility

Ground floor barrier-free, knight's hall reachable by elevator.

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Photos

Photography in the magnificent knight's hall is not permitted.

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Best time

Mornings on weekdays to avoid large tour groups.

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Audio guide

yes

History & landmarks

middle-ages

1050–1132

Geography

Coordinates

51.90730, 10.42700

Facts

The palace building is approximately 54 meters long and constructed from solid sandstone.
The Imperial Hall is adorned with 68 monumental murals by Hermann Wislicenus.
Henry III visited Goslar 20 times during the course of his life.
The bronze railings inside the palace date back to around the year 1050.
Only the narthex remains of the Goslar Cathedral after its demolition in the 19th century.
The palace was extensively restored under Prussian rule between 1868 and 1879.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

Goslar<1 km · SEExplore →

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📍Bad Harzburg10 km · EExplore →

📍Clausthal-Zellerfeld13 km · SWExplore →

📍Seesen17 km · WExplore →

Harz (Lower Saxony)18 km · SEExplore →

📍Ilsenburg18 km · EExplore →

Harz19 km · SEExplore →

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Overnight stops

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Sights in the town Imperial Palace Goslar (10)

St. Jakobi

Church in Goslar, Lower Saxony, a Romanesque-Gothic building from the 11th century.

🌐 st-jakobi.de♿

Bürgerhaus Mechtshusen

Historic townhouse in Goslar, a half-timbered building from the 16th century.

Marktkirche St. Cosmas und Damian⛪ church

Church in Goslar, a Gothic hall church on the market square.

🌐 marktkirche-goslar.de♿

Mönchehaus Museum🏛 museum

Museum for modern art in Goslar, housed in a historic building.

Marktplatz Goslar

Historic market square with town hall and Kaiserring fountain.

Damenstift Neuwerk⛪ monastery

Former women's convent in Goslar, now a residential and commercial building.

Kaiserworth

Building in Goslar, an ornate guild house on the market square.

Neuwerk-Kirche

Church building in Goslar, Lower Saxony, a Romanesque basilica.

Neuwerkgarten🌳 park

Park in Goslar, Lower Saxony, laid out in the 19th century.

Brunnengarten

Garden in Goslar with historic wells and sculptures.

Sights nearby

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of the Imperial Palace?

The Imperial Palace is open daily, usually from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (slightly shorter in winter). Monday is often not a closing day.

Is photography allowed inside?

Photography without flash for private purposes is usually allowed, except in special exhibitions. Please observe the signs.

Are there combo tickets with other museums?

Yes, there are often combo tickets that offer discounts for visiting the Rammelsberg World Heritage or other museums in Goslar.

Is the Imperial Palace accessible for disabled persons?

Through elevators, the most important exhibition rooms, including the Imperial Hall, are accessible to wheelchair users.

How long does a guided tour take?

A standard guided tour takes about 45 to 60 minutes and covers the history of the Salian and Staufer emperors in Goslar.

Imperial Palace Goslar: where is it located?

Imperial Palace Goslar is located in Lower Saxony, Germany.

Imperial Palace Goslar: what is there to see?

Highlights include St. Jakobi, Bürgerhaus Mechtshusen, Marktkirche St. Cosmas und Damian.

Imperial Palace Goslar: when is the best time to visit?

The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.

Imperial Palace Goslar: why is it worth visiting?

The Imperial Palace in Goslar is a unique monument of secular architecture and served as one of the most important residences for German emperors between 1040 and 1050 under Henry III.

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