Residence Museum in the Celle Palace

The Residence Museum in Celle Palace occupies several floors filled with furnishings, decorative objects, and items that belonged to the Guelph family. The rooms show how a royal household was arranged and furnished during the 17th and 18th centuries.

The palace began in the 14th century and remained the main residence of the Dukes of Braunschweig-Lüneburg until 1705. Over this period, it was enlarged and remodeled several times to meet the changing needs of the ruling court.

The State Apartments show where the ducal court held ceremonies and celebrations during its time of power. Walking through these rooms, you experience how the nobility of the 17th century lived and conducted their daily affairs.

The collection spreads across multiple levels, so plan to move slowly from room to room and take your time exploring. Many areas are connected by staircases, so wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for some climbing.

The private chambers of Danish Queen Caroline Mathilde are still visible, where she spent her final years in exile. She arrived at Celle in the 1770s and left behind personal items that offer an unusual look into her story.

Location: Celle

Address: Schlossplatz 1, 29221 Celle

Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:00

Phone: +49514112373

Website: http://residenzmuseum.celle.de

GPS coordinates: 52.62391,10.07789

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:09