Emperor Friedrich III and Archduke Maximilian 1485/86: Reunion – Royal Election – Journey to the Netherlands
We are well informed about the long-awaited royal coronation, which was meticulously prepared by Maximilian and his court, through the chronicle of the Burgundian court secretary Jean Molinet. It ultimately became one of the most splendid moments in Maximilian’s life. As early as autumn 1485, the extremely elaborate travel preparations had begun.[9]