Who hasn’t dreamed of walking in Sisi’s footsteps? Elisabeth Wittelsbach’s biggest fans could see their dream come true. From September 29, the Netflix platform broadcasts the series The empress, whose six episodes cover the first months of Sisi’s marriage to François-Joseph I and reveal the behind-the-scenes of the Habsburg dynasty, some seventy years after the cult films with Romy Schneider. In keeping with this highly publicized launch event, Airbnb is offering an overnight stay at Château Weissenstein, where the Netflix production was filmed, in a press release on October 12.
Located in Pomersfelden, not far from Nuremberg (Bavaria), the monument is considered one of the jewels of German Baroque architecture. It houses many works by great artists such as Van Dyck, Rubens, Titian and Bruegel. The row building occupies an important place on the plot, as it serves as Sisi’s royal residence. In fact, it is difficult to know whether Elisabeth of Wittelsbach stayed there. However, Weissenstein Castle invites visitors to experience living closer to the Empress of Austria, particularly with one of its suites, which has been completely renovated in the late 19th century in the style of Sisi’s master era.
185 euros per night
That the most motivated mark the date in their diary. Airbnb will open reservations for this exclusive vacation starting November 2 at 7:00 p.m. Its price? 185 euros on the occasion of the 185th anniversary of the birth of Sisi, born on December 24, 1837. The price shown does not include taxes and fees. History and TV series buffs can connect directly to airbnb.com/theempress. Be careful, you have to be quick – only four lucky people can sleep in the castle, two people on June 19, two people on June 20, 2023.
The room in question, located in the west wing of the building, is usually reserved for the Schönborn family, who have owned the palace since it was built in the early 18th century. Countess Benedikta von Schönborn-Wiesenheid, one of the heirs of Lothar Franz von Schönborn (who undertook the construction of the castle), will welcome customers. As Airbnb reports in its press release, they will be able to visit buildings that are normally closed to the public, such as the Shell Room, where dinner and breakfast will be served.
In addition, Castle Weisenstein is organizing tours until October 30 that show the various filming locations of the series. The empress. The cost is €10 and bookings are strongly recommended. And for those who want to retrace Sisi’s (real) footsteps, a visit to the Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna remains a must. The famous building is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.
Source: Le Figaro
