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The Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna: Unveiling Habsburg Royal Transport and the Sisi Path Exhibition

Delve into the rich history of imperial court life through magnificent carriages and personal artifacts at Schönbrunn Palace.

Explore the Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna, a historic institution opened in 1922 at Schönbrunn Palace. This museum showcases an extensive collection of over 600 vehicles from the former imperial fleet, spanning grand carriages to early automobiles. Delve into the permanent "Sisi Path" exhibition, which explores the lives of Empress Elisabeth and Lady Diana through personal artifacts and court fashion.

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Exhibition summary

The Imperial Carriage Museum at Schönbrunn Palace displays a vast collection of Habsburg imperial carriages, ranging from splendid representational vehicles to children's coaches. It also features exquisite items of clothing from the imperial court and details the lives of Empress Elisabeth and Lady Diana through a dedicated "Sisi Path" exhibition.

Curatorial context

Opened in 1922 as one of the first museum sites of the young Austrian republic, the Imperial Carriage Museum at Schönbrunn Palace houses over 600 vehicles from the former imperial fleet. Visitors can see magnificent representational carriages, including the "Imperial Carriage" built for Emperor Charles VI, and the hearse used for state funerals of Emperors Franz Joseph and Empress Elisabeth. The museum also exhibits a variety of gala carriages, children's vehicles, sport and travel cars, and even the last court automobile from 1914. The permanent "Sisi Path" exhibition draws parallels between Empress Elisabeth and Lady Diana, highlighting their public popularity, personal struggles, and tragic deaths. This section showcases Elisabeth's elaborate robes, carriages, riding accessories, and personal effects, further illuminated by videos that explore their lives and shared experiences. An additional exhibition, "Imperial Speed," focuses on high-speed vehicles of the Habsburgs, including historical sports cars and a modern race car owned by Ferdinand Habsburg.

Admission and ticket notes

Information on a special Sisi combo ticket is available, which includes entry to the Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna and the Imperial Treasury. Visitors are directed to the official shop for ticket purchases. Standard opening times are provided for the museum.

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Funeral Museum Vienna
Current status
Permanent collection
Exhibition schedule
Permanent display (no announced closing date)
Artist line / attribution
The exhibition features historical figures such as Empress Elisabeth, Lady Diana, Emperor Franz Joseph, Emperor Charles VI, and Emperor Karl I. Modern contributions include a race car by Ferdinand Habsburg.
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