Rendezvous with the Lion at Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum: Experience the Middle Ages Live
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Rendezvous with the Lion: Medieval Masterpieces in the Heart of Braunschweig
With „Rendezvous with the Lion. Masterpieces from the Dankwarderode Castle as Guests“, the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum will showcase a newly curated presentation of the most significant works from the medieval collection starting March 6, 2026. The exhibition takes visitors through eight thematic areas of the era of Henry the Lion, connecting art history with city history and presenting outstanding objects from the Guelph Treasure in a clear, focused exhibition atmosphere. ([3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de](https://3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de/presse/herzog-anton-ulrich-museum/neuigkeiten/meldung/rendezvous-mit-dem-loewen?utm_source=openai))
The Braunschweig Castle Lion as a Symbol of Power and Identity
At the center is the original Braunschweig Castle Lion from around 1166, considered the most significant surviving freestanding bronze work of the Middle Ages north of the Alps. Its presence creates a strong aesthetic experience in the museum: the bronze surface, historical aura, and the identity of a city merge into an art experience of special density. ([3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de](https://3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de/presse/herzog-anton-ulrich-museum/neuigkeiten/meldung/rendezvous-mit-dem-loewen?utm_source=openai))
Runic Box, Imperial Cloak, and Arm Reliquary: Artworks with History
The presentation gathers further masterpieces such as the Runic Box from the 8th century, the Arm Reliquary of Saint Blasius from around 1040, and the Imperial Cloak of Otto IV from around 1200. Additionally, restored and conservationally studied works, including the crown of Saint Cyriacus and the tapestry of the Queen of Sheba, are included. This creates a study of works that makes material, faith, representation, and craftsmanship visible. ([3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de](https://3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de/herzog-anton-ulrich-museum/ausstellungen/rendezvous-mit-dem-loewen))
An Exhibition Tour between Court, Religion, and City
The staged sequence of rooms not only tells of courtly representation and religious interpretation of the world, but also of the urban awakening of Braunschweig in the late Middle Ages. The museum conveys the objects in an accessible and art-historically grounded manner, revealing medieval culture as a vibrant connection of power, piety, and urban development. ([3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de](https://3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de/presse/herzog-anton-ulrich-museum/neuigkeiten/meldung/rendezvous-mit-dem-loewen?utm_source=openai))
The Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum as a Hub of Great Collections
The HAUM is one of the oldest museums in Europe and possesses one of the most important collections of old art in Germany. In addition to paintings by old masters, the museum displays sculptures, applied arts, and works from the Middle Ages to the present; the exhibition location on Museumstraße is accessible without barriers, but the rooms of the Dankwarderode Castle are not completely accessible. ([braunschweig.de](https://www.braunschweig.de/kultur/museen/haum.php?utm_source=openai))
Visiting, Services, and Educational Perspectives
The exhibition is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 AM to 6 PM, closed on Mondays. Admission is 9 euros for adults, 7 euros reduced and 2 euros for children from 6 to 17 years. Guided tours enhance the new medieval presentation and are aimed at adults as well as culturally interested visitors. ([3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de](https://3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de/herzog-anton-ulrich-museum/ausstellungen/rendezvous-mit-dem-loewen))
Conclusion: „Rendezvous with the Lion“ connects precious artworks, medieval history, and clear museum communication into an impressive exhibition visit. Those wishing to experience Braunschweig's culture, Guelph history, and masterpieces of the Middle Ages up close should visit this exhibition live at the Herzog Anton Ulrich Museum. ([3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de](https://3landesmuseen-braunschweig.de/presse/herzog-anton-ulrich-museum/neuigkeiten/meldung/rendezvous-mit-dem-loewen?utm_source=openai))
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