Peace of Nikolsburg signed between Germany and Transylvania
- When
- 1621
- Where
- Nikolsburg, Moravia
- Episodes
- 2
The Peace of Nikolsburg, signed on 31 December 1621 in Mikulov, ended the war between Gabriel Bethlen of Transylvania and Emperor Ferdinand II. Bethlen renounced claims to the Hungarian throne in exchange for territorial concessions and the title of Imperial Prince.
Episodes
- Signing of the Peace of Nikolsburg
The treaty ending the war between Transylvania and the Holy Roman Empire was signed in Mikulov.
- Negotiation of Treaty Terms
Bethlen renounced Hungarian throne claims in exchange for territorial gains and the title of Imperial Prince.
Background and detail
Background. Gabriel Bethlen invaded Habsburg-controlled Royal Hungary in 1618, conquering the north by 1620. Although a temporary peace was reached in January 1620, Bethlen resumed hostilities in September. Ferdinand II, after defeating the Bohemians at White Mountain, reconquered most of Royal Hungary by 1621, prompting both sides to seek terms.
Treaty Terms. The treaty required Bethlen to renounce claims to the Hungarian throne. In return, Ferdinand agreed to the Treaty of Vienna of 1606, ensuring Protestant freedom of worship in Transylvania. Bethlen also secured the title of Imperial Prince, seven counties around the Upper Tisza, specific fortresses, and a duchy in Silesia.
People involved
- Gabriel Bethlen · Prince of Transylvania
- Ferdinand II · Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire
Sources
- Peace of Nikolsburg Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-09
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