Electoral Palace, Royal palace in Amberg, Germany
The Electoral Palace is a Renaissance building beside the Vils river with a striking south side and curved gable. The structure now serves as an administrative office and can be viewed from outside.
An Elector commissioned the palace construction in the early 15th century as a new residence. The Renaissance building that followed shaped Amberg's townscape and remains a landmark.
The palace reminds visitors of Amberg's role as a residence city for the Palatinate Electors. Today you can still see the grand architecture that reflected this political importance.
The palace sits directly by the river in central Amberg and is easy to reach on foot. Since the building operates as a government office, interior visits are not possible, but you can admire the exterior and surroundings anytime.
A fortified bridge called Stadtbrille connects the palace to an arsenal across the river. This double-gated structure is an unusual construction and shapes Amberg's character like few other buildings.
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