Romanov + Royal Germany 2027

Join The Museum of Russian Art and Carrousel Travel for Romanov + Royal Germany, a journey through the landscapes, palaces, and cities that shaped the lives of the German princesses who became Romanov empresses, grand duchesses, and royal relations. From the childhood world of Empress Alexandra Feodorovna in Darmstadt to the family estates, royal residences, and cultural centers that connected Germany and Imperial Russia, this tour explores the people, places, and dynastic ties behind one of history’s most remarkable royal stories.

Your adventure begins in Darmstadt, birthplace of Princess Alix of Hesse, the future Empress Alexandra Feodorovna, where the palaces, gardens, and glittering Russian Chapel evoke the world of her youth. From these intimate Hessian landscapes, travel through the serene Heiligenberg estate before continuing to Heidelberg and Baden-Baden, cities long favored by Russian aristocracy for their beauty, learning, and restorative charm. Each stop reveals another facet of the imperial family’s ties to Germany, from childhood memories to the royal and cultural environments in which they were raised.

Journey into the Black Forest and Württemberg, where the story deepens into the dynastic bonds linking the Romanovs with Germany’s royal houses. Visit vineyard-lined hills once enjoyed by noble families, the Sepulchral Chapel honoring Grand Duchess Katharina Pavlovna, and the grand palaces of Stuttgart, where dynastic marriages and alliances shaped generations of European royalty. Continue to Bad Homburg and Wiesbaden, where the ties between Germany’s royal houses and the Romanov family remained visible across generations. From spa towns to castles, the journey concludes in Wiesbaden, a fitting tribute to the intertwined histories of Germany and Imperial Russia.

Thoughtfully designed by TMORA in partnership with Carrousel Travel, the tour follows a natural route through southwestern Germany, linking destinations connected by centuries of royal history. Because these cities, estates, and palaces are located within the same region, travelers spend less time in transit and more time exploring palaces, gardens, museums, and historic sites connected to the Romanov story.

Throughout the journey, travelers will be accompanied by TMORA Curator Dr. Masha Zavialova, whose expertise in Russian history, culture, and the Romanov era will enrich visits throughout the tour. Alongside Dr. Zavialova, guests will travel with members of Museum leadership, creating a uniquely immersive experience that combines historical insight with the camaraderie and shared discovery of traveling with The Museum of Russian Art.

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the world of the German princesses whose lives became intertwined with the Romanov dynasty and Imperial Russia.