Gisela of Burgundy
Gisela of Burgundy (c. 955 – 21 July 1007), a member of the royal Elder House of Welf, was Duchess of Bavaria from about 972 to 976 and again from 985 to 995, by her marriage with Duke Henry the Wrangler. She was the mother of Emperor Henry II.
| Gisela of Burgundy | |
|---|---|
Duke Henry II of Bavaria and his wife, by Lucas Cranach the Elder (1564) | |
| Duchess consort of Bavaria | |
| Tenure | 972–976 985–995 |
| Born | c. 955 |
| Died | 21 July 1007 Regensburg, Bavaria |
| Burial | Niedermünster Abbey |
| Spouse | Henry II, Duke of Bavaria |
| Issue | |
| House | Elder House of Welf |
| Father | Conrad I of Burgundy |
| Mother | Adelaide of Bellay |
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