Beatrice II, Countess of Burgundy facts for kids

Beatrice II (born 1193 – died May 7, 1231) was an important noblewoman who ruled as the Countess Palatine of Burgundy. She took over this role in 1205 and kept it until her death. Beatrice was part of the powerful Hohenstaufen family. Her father was Count Otto I of Burgundy, and her mother was Margaret, Countess of Blois. This also means her grandfather was the famous Emperor Frederick Barbarossa.

Who Was Beatrice II?

Beatrice was born in 1193. She was the younger sister of Countess Joanna I of Burgundy. Her family, the Hohenstaufens, were very important rulers in Europe during the Middle Ages. They controlled large areas and had a lot of influence.

Becoming a Countess

When her father, Otto I, died in 1200, Beatrice became the next in line to rule the County of Burgundy. This was a significant region in what is now France. Her sister Joanna I ruled for a few years. After Joanna's death in 1205, Beatrice officially became the Countess Palatine of Burgundy. Her uncle, Philip of Swabia, who was the German king at the time, made sure that Beatrice would inherit her family's lands and title.

Family Life

In 1208, Beatrice married Duke Otto I, Duke of Merania. Their marriage helped to connect two powerful noble families. Beatrice and Otto had several children together. Their children included:

• Otto III, Count of Burgundy
• Agnes
• Beatrix of Andechs-Merania
• Margaret
• Adelaide, Countess of Burgundy
• Elisabeth

Beatrice II ruled the County of Burgundy until her death on May 7, 1231.

See also

• In Spanish: Beatriz II de Borgoña para niños