Ludwig I. was proclaimed King of Bavaria on October 13, 1825, following the death of his father, Maximilian I. He voluntarily abdicated in 1848. This art-loving Wittelsbacher and friend of Hellenism significantly shaped Munich. He commissioned the construction of the Glyptothek, the Alte and Neue Pinakothek, and promoted the Ludwigstraße with its grand edifices, creating landmarks like the Feldherrnhalle and the Propyläen. Under his reign, Munich became known as the 'Isar-Athens,' a hub for arts and sciences.

To understand Munich's city history, one cannot overlook Ludwig I., and a visit to Regensburg is essential for further insight. In the Alten Hof, large colorful banners provide glimpses into the eventful reign of Ludwig I. - a small preview of the grand state exhibition in Regensburg. At the Infopoint, knowledgeable representatives will offer personalized advice about the exhibition.

About the exhibition in Regensburg: The Bavarian State Exhibition 2025, titled 'Ludwig I. - Bayerns größter König?' at the House of Bavarian History in Regensburg, invites visitors on a time journey through the reign of the Wittelsbach ruler from 1825 to 1848 until November 9, 2025. The exhibition highlights an era full of contrasts - marked by modernization, technological innovation, and cultural flourishing, but also by political tensions and personal scandals. Paintings, sketches, historical photographs, and caricatures illustrate both the glory and shadows of his rule. Among the exhibits are plans for his monumental construction projects like Walhalla and the Main-Danube Canal, the Munich Glyptothek, and early railway lines and road construction projects aimed at ushering Bavaria into the industrial age. Original documents, such as Ludwig's abdication letter and portraits of his controversial mistress, Lola Montez, offer a direct glimpse into the political and personal drama that led to his resignation in 1848. In Regensburg, visitors can gain a comprehensive understanding of Ludwig I. and answer the question of whether he was Bavaria's greatest king for themselves.