When is the exhibition open?

The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed on Mondays. The James Turrell light room is accessible from 10:00–11:30 a.m. and 2:30–4:00 p.m.

Are there tours and educational programs?

Yes, guided tours and workshops are offered for individual visitors, families, groups, and schools. Dates and booking are handled through the museum's art education.

What is the admission price?

The regular admission is 8 euros, reduced 6 euros. Children and teenagers up to 18 years have free admission.

Is the museum barrier-free accessible?

Yes, the museum is accessible without steps or by elevator. The Cathedral Hill train connects the city center barrier-free with the Cathedral Hill.

Are there parking options available?

Yes, the Cathedral Hill parking garage is open. Additionally, parking options are available below the Cathedral Hill.

Is photography allowed in the exhibition?

Information will follow. Please observe the house rules on site and the instructions from the supervisory staff.

From Nazarene to Blue Rider: Freising presents the 19th century anew

Name: Heavenly Reunion. From Ludwig I. to the Blue Rider – Diocesan Museum Freising
Start: 2026-03-27T10:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-07-26T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Diözesanmuseum Freising

Heavenly Reunion: From Ludwig I. to the Blue Rider – a museum journey into the 19th century

On the Freising Cathedral Hill, the Diocesan Museum presents a large special exhibition that spans the arc from the art politics of King Ludwig I. to the bold visual languages of the Blue Rider. Through careful curation, an art experience emerges that makes religious image worlds, painting, and sculpture readable anew within the tension between tradition and modernity.

Between Tradition and New Beginnings: Art History to See and Understand

The exhibition leads through decisive art movements of the 19th century – from late Nazarenes to Realism, Naturalism, and Impressionism, up to Symbolism, Art Nouveau, and Expressionism. Works by Friedrich Overbeck, Peter von Cornelius, Emilie Linder, Marie Ellenrieder, Franz von Lenbach, Moritz von Schwind, Carl Spitzweg, Franz von Stuck, Lovis Corinth, Karl Caspar, Gabriele Münter, Wassily Kandinsky, and Franz Marc open a multifaceted exploration of artworks. More than 120 loans from renowned collections condense into an atmospheric exhibition atmosphere, where colors, shapes, and spatial effects make historical art epochs comprehensible.

Religious Image Worlds in Transition

How can traditional Christian content be translated into new image forms? The exhibition shows how ecclesiastical art joined the aesthetic discourse of modernity. Issues of style are illustrated: from the contemplative image program of the Nazarenes to naturalistic proximity to everyday life, to the expressive break with familiar iconographies. The curatorial dramaturgy makes this upheaval visible and invites reflective examination of the artworks.

Light, Space, Contemplation: Architecture and Collection Places

The light-filled museum architecture enhances the spatial effect of the art. James Turrell's walk-in light space opens the senses for perception, color, and time – an intense art experience that is accessible from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00–11:30 a.m. and 2:30–4:00 p.m. (expect waiting times during peak periods). The Mary’s Mantle Chapel, designed by Kiki Smith, sets a contemplative accent; due to construction work, it is expected to be inaccessible until April 5, 2026.

Education, Understanding, Dialogue

Guided tours, workshops, and a diverse mediation program open in-depth perspectives on epoch, style, and iconography. Educational offers address adults, families, school classes, and groups – ideal for anchoring the aesthetic experience sustainably.

Visitor Feedback

The reactions from visitors are clear: this exhibition delights art lovers.

Instagram: One comment raves about the light atmosphere and the impressive juxtaposition of Nazarenes and Expressionists.
Facebook: A visitor praises the clear wall texts and the inspiring guided tour through the art movements.
YouTube: A user highlights the serene exhibition atmosphere and the strong impact of the color contrasts.

Conclusion

Heavenly Reunion connects art historical precision with sensual exhibition joy. Those who want to rediscover religious art between Romanticism and Avant-Garde will find here an intense art experience – aesthetic, enlightening, contemporary. Visit the exhibition, let images speak, and experience the power of modernity in dialogue with tradition.