Maria Sophia of Neuburg

Queen Consort of Portugal

Maria Sophia of Neuburg - Queen Consort of Portugal
Born

August 6th, 1666
358 years ago

Died

1699
326 years ago — 33 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Portugal

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Born in 1666, Maria Sophia of Neuburg became Queen Consort of Portugal through marriage to King Peter II. The marriage was politically significant, aiming to stabilize relations between the Holy Roman Empire and Portugal. During her reign, Maria Sophia took on various ceremonial duties and was influential in the royal court. She bore three children, securing the royal lineage for her husband. After her husband's death, her role diminished, and she returned to Germany. Maria Sophia's contributions were primarily in the context of her royal duties and family obligations within the Portuguese monarchy.

Marriage to King Peter II of Portugal

Queen Consort of Portugal

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