The Adlerdecke (eagle ceiling) is probably the best-known decoration in the castle. Here, the imperial double-headed eagle from the 15th century is in heraldic reverse color order — yellow on black background. The real reason is unknown but it has been suggested that as it was on the ceiling of a bedroom, it allowed the royal prince to see the colors correctly when closing his eyes to fall asleep.
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