Reichskammergerichtsmuseum, Historical law museum in Wetzlar, Germany.
The Reichskammergerichtsmuseum occupies a baroque palace and documents the work of the Imperial Chamber Court, one of Germany's most important courts during the early modern period. Visitors see paintings, sculptures, furniture, and documents that show how the court was organized and how it operated.
The building was constructed in 1760 as a palace and served until 1806 as the seat of the Imperial Chamber Court, the highest court of the Holy Roman Empire. After 1806, the court's role ended, but the building remained an important location in the city's history.
The exhibition displays portraits and objects from the daily lives of judges and officials who worked here. You can see how these people carried out their roles and what items shaped their everyday routines.
The museum is spread across three floors with stairs between levels, so comfortable shoes are recommended. Rooms are equipped with information panels, and there is an audiovisual room for deeper introductions to the subject.
The exhibition displays rare handwritten files and rulings that show how the court actually handled its cases. These original documents provide direct insight into the legal practices of past times.
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