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200th Anniversary Ball
31st Mai 2026 • Prince-bishop's residence • Eichstätt
On May 31, 1826, a royal union was formed in Munich that resonated far beyond Bavaria: Duchess Eugénie de Beauharnais, Princess of Leuchtenberg, daughter of Eugène de Beauharnais, Duke of Leuchtenberg and Viceroy of Italy, married Frederick, Duke of Hohenzollern-Hechingen. With this marriage, the young House of Leuchtenberg forged ties with the venerable Swabian princely House of Hohenzollern.
Through this marriage and the subsequent connections of its descendants, the House of Leuchtenberg is now closely intertwined with most European princely houses. However, the line of the house died out in the 20th century. It owes its origins to Eugène-Rose de Beauharnais, Emperor Napoleon's stepson, who received the title of Duke of Leuchtenberg in 1806 through his marriage to the Bavarian Princess Augusta Amalia of Bavaria. Only after the end of his reign as Viceroy of Italy in 1817 did the Dukes of Leuchtenberg take over the residence in Eichstätt.
To mark the 200th anniversary of this important wedding, the Leuchtenberg Circle of Friends invites you to a festive ball in the sparkling Hall of Mirrors of the Prince-Bishop's Residence. An event that brings the spirit of past centuries to life and recalls the exquisite elegance of the time around 1800.
We, the guests and friends of the Jane Austen Ball, are invited to add glamour and grace to this evening. In addition to music, games, and joyful togetherness, we hope to enchant the members and guests of the Circle of Friends with our elegance—and perhaps even entice them to join us for a dance. A special dance will be offered for those in festive attire, and the dancing angels will delight with two fashionable dances: a quadrille and a cotillion. What a dazzling start to the week before the grand Jane Austen Ball!
So: Let the dresses shimmer, the candles glow, and the hearts beat faster. If you'd like, please submit a photo for a chance to receive one of the coveted free tickets—because only the brightest among us will have the honor of attending this anniversary ball.
D A N C I N G M A S T E R
Peter Hoffmann
M U S I C
G A M B L I N G H E L L S & C L U B S
Gambling from c 1800
Give in to your playful instincts,
and throw yourself into the fun!
At the beginning of the event, each participant receives
the same amount of silver doubloons.
This stake must be increased
to emerge as the winner of the evening.
Please prepare for the festival,
by reading up on the various games.
Good luck!!!
P H A R O
Popular card game around 1800
H A Z A R D
Popular dice game around 1800
B E G I N
May 31, 2026
approx. 2:30 PM
E N D
May 31, 2026
at 5:00 PM
V E N U E
Prince-Bishop's Residence
Residenzplatz 1
85072 Eichstätt
How to find the Prince-Bishop's Residence
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Everything you need to know
A T T F I N I S H A N C E
Advance ticket sales are expected to start on September 1, 2025, at 12:00 PM CET.
The ball and the events will take place if the minimum number of 60 registrations for the ball is reached by December 31, 2025.
D R E S S C O D E
Costume required
Guests of the events and the evening will be expected
in costumes of the 1800's.
D E B A L
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Short description (women):
Basically, only the undergarment/chemise is worn for dancing.
Most dresses have been low-cut at balls since 1795.
An absolute must are white, usually long gloves.
Light shoes are worn,
which correspond to today's women's ballerinas or ballet slippers.
Caps and hats are left indoors.
Short description (men):
Up until 1830, trousers with over-the-knee socks were still worn at balls.
White gloves were an absolute must.
Light shoes were worn,
which correspond to today's women's ballerinas.
Hats were taken off indoors
and carried or placed under the arm.
Please no uniform or riding boots in the ballroom!
These are expressly prohibited by the ball regulations,
your ladies' feet will thank you.
In addition, the ballroom administration only permits light footwear to preserve the historic wooden floor!
You are welcome to participate in the festivities in the foyer dressed in this way.
When it comes to clothing...
A C C O M M O D A T I O N
Please use this list of hotels to make your booking.
Please book in time!!!
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E A R L Y B I R D P A C K A G E S
Event packages for every taste
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A P P L I C A T I O N
Advance ticket sales for the 2026 ball
are expected to start on September 1, 2025, at 12 noon CET
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C O N T A C T
Peter Hoffmann
Phone: +49/(0)9 11 / 21 28 108
Mail:
info@jane-austen-ball.de
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