Art snack in Bamberg: Chess game of cultures on July 3!

Art snack in Bamberg: Chess game of cultures on July 3!

Domplatz 8, 96049 Bamberg, Deutschland - chess games in lunch break - this will be a special experience on July 3 in the new residence in Bamberg. The circle of friends of the museums around the Bamberg Cathedral invites you to a art snack , which begins at 12:30 p.m. in the billiard salon of the prince-bishop's apartment. Within just 30 minutes, the participants can immerse themselves in the world of the unusual chess variants.

The program includes a fascinating chess game that combines cultures and continents. The favor of the hour is used to present the old Chinese chess shape Xiangqi , which was translated into the "European" for the participants. This event is not only entertaining, but also offers exciting insights into the cultural diversity of chess.

"court encounters" - an exciting special exhibition

The art snack takes place as part of the current special exhibition " civil encounters ", which can still be seen in the new residence until June 21, 2026. This impressive exhibition, which is organized in cooperation with the Bavarian Palace Administration, presents porcelain from the Collection of Ludwig in Bamberg and works of art by the prince -bishop's apartment.

The collection of Ludwig is a permanent loan of Peter and Irene Ludwig Foundation and shows the versatile stylistic beauty of the 18th century. The prince -bishop's apartment from 1703 was set up for Prince -Bishop Lothar Franz von Schönborn and stands for the Chinese entertainment of that time. The exhibits include porcelain mainly from the renowned manufactures of Meißen and Frankenthal.

culture in the heart of Bamberg

The exhibition can be visited as part of a tour of the impressive prince -bishop's apartment, which is itself part of the historical equipment of the residence. In addition to the show, guided tours in the apartment are also offered that enable an even more intensive immersion in the culture and history of Bamberg.

The opening times of the new residence are from April to October 3rd daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and from October to March from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This exhibition is a real “must-see”, especially for historical and art lovers. If you are interested in the fascinating world of the porcelain, the highest porcelain manufactory recommended that presents an impressive collection of faience and porcelain.

In Bamberg, a lot is really offered. So if you don't have any plans yet, you should definitely stop by on July 3 and enjoy the art snack in the historic ambience. The regular entry includes the exhibition, only the regular entry costs are incurred.