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Otto II Wittelsbach: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Otto II Wittelsbach? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Otto II (7 April 1206 – 29 November 1253), called the Illustrious (German: der Erlauchte), was the Duke of Bavaria from 1231 and Count Palatine of the Rhine from 1228. He was the son of Louis I and Ludmilla of Bohemia and a member of the Wittelsbach dynasty. The poet Reinbot von Dürne was active at his court.

Quick facts about Otto II Wittelsbach

  • Full name: Otto II Wittelsbach
  • Born: 1206-04-14
  • Nationality: Holy Roman Empire
  • Known as: Royal
  • Wikidata ID: Q697412

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Who is Otto II Wittelsbach?

Otto II (7 April 1206 – 29 November 1253), called the Illustrious (German: der Erlauchte), was the Duke of Bavaria from 1231 and Count Palatine of the Rhine from 1228.

What nationality is Otto II Wittelsbach?

Otto II Wittelsbach is Holy Roman Empire.

When was Otto II Wittelsbach born?

Otto II Wittelsbach was born on 1206-04-14.

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