The Jewels in the Crown – The Imperial Treasury and the Court Library
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| For the discerning traveller, the Imperial Treasury (Schatzkammer) is an absolute must. Located in the oldest wing of the Hofburg Palace, it houses some of the most extraordinary masterpieces of medieval craftsmanship in all of Europe. Among its treasures are the Crown of the Holy Roman Empire, the Austrian Imperial Crown of 1604, and the collar of the Order of the Golden Fleece — the highest order of chivalry in the Western world. You’ll also marvel at the Habsburgs’ “inalienable heirlooms,” the gilt-silver cradle of Napoleon’s son, exquisite jewelled reliquaries, and the world’s largest cut emerald, shaped into an elegant ointment vessel. The Ecclesiastical Treasury showcases sacred relics and ceremonial objects that reflect the deep religious devotion of the Catholic Habsburgs — a dazzling display of faith rendered in gold, silver, and gems. Just steps away, another crown jewel waits: the Grand Hall of the former Court Library on Josefsplatz. With more than 200,000 volumes arranged on their original 18th-century walnut shelves, monumental globes and breathtaking baroque ceiling frescoes, it is one of the most magnificent historic libraries in the world — a true feast for the eyes and the spirit. |
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| Meeting Point | 1., Josefsplatz, in front of the monument |
| Dates | There are no dates for this tour but it can be booked individually for a group |
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