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Bettina Bernadotte was born on March 12, 1974, in Scherzingen, Switzerland. She is a German-Swedish noblewoman and businesswoman. She is best known as the managing director of Mainau GmbH, the company that manages the famous flower island of Mainau in Germany.
Bettina Bernadotte is the daughter of Count Lennart Bernadotte and Sonja Bernadotte. She has several siblings and grew up on Mainau Island. As a child, she helped out with various tasks on the island, including selling ice cream and gardening.
Bettina Bernadotte studied tourism business administration at Ravensburg University and worked in project management before joining Mainau GmbH in 2002. She became managing director in 2007, continuing her family's legacy on the island.
On August 2, 2004, Bettina Bernadotte married Philipp Haug, an agricultural engineer. They had their church wedding later that year at Mainau Castle. The couple has three children and lives in Konstanz, Germany.
Bettina Bernadotte is involved in many social and cultural causes. She is the president of the Board of Trustees for the Nobel Laureate Meetings in Lindau and supports several organizations, including Plan International and Gardening for All. She also speaks several languages—German, Swedish, English, French, and Spanish.
In her family, it is tradition to plant a tree for each child born. A magnolia tree was planted for Bettina on Mainau Island, and Bettina Bernadotte later planted one for her own daughter as well.
Bettina Bernadotte is also featured in books and films that highlight her work and life on the island.
Parents
Bettina Bernadotte father was Count Lennart Bernadotte, a Swedish nobleman who once belonged to the Swedish royal family before giving up his title. Her mother was Sonja Bernadotte (born Sonja Haunz), a German-born woman who later became Countess of Wisborg. They both worked to develop and maintain the beautiful Mainau Island in Germany.
Siblings
Bettina Bernadotte has several siblings. Her full brother is Björn Bernadotte, born in 1975, and her full sister is Catherina Bernadotte, born in 1977. She also has half-siblings from her father’s first marriage. All of them were raised around nature and helped take care of Mainau Island as a family.
Height
Bettina Bernadotte exact height is not publicly listed, but based on photos and comparisons, she is likely around 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall.
Religion
While her specific religious practices are not mentioned, Bettina Bernadotte comes from a European noble family with Christian traditions, and her church wedding took place in a castle church, which suggests she follows Christianity.
Husband
Bettina Bernadotte is married to Philipp Haug, an agricultural engineer born in 1972. He comes from a family of winegrowers in Lindau near Lake Constance. Philipp works as a consultant for organic fruit farming. They got married on August 2, 2004, and had their church ceremony later that year.
Children
Bettina Bernadotte and Philipp have three children together. Their names are not publicly known, but Bettina planted a magnolia tree for her daughter in 2007 as part of a family tradition.
Nationality
Bettina is a Swedish citizen but lives in Germany and works there.
Ethnicity
Bettina Bernadotte is of Swedish and German descent. Her father was Swedish, and her mother was German.
Books
Bettina Bernadotte is featured in the book:
• "Every Garden Is an Island" – This appears in a book edited by Kristin Lammerting, where Bettina shares her gardening knowledge and connection to nature. The book is titled:
• “Garden Experts and Their Green Knowledge” and includes photos and interviews.
FAQs
1. What is Bettina Bernadotte real name?
- Bettina Bernadotte full name is Bettina Gräfin Bernadotte af Wisborg.
2. When was Bettina Bernadotte born?
- Bettina Bernadotte was born on March 12, 1974.
3. How old is Bettina Bernadotte?
- As of 2025, Bettina Bernadotte is 51 years old.
4. What does Bettina Bernadotte do for a living?
- Bettina Bernadotte is a businesswoman and the managing director of Mainau GmbH, the company that runs Mainau Island, also known as the "Flower Island" in Germany.
5. What did Bettina Bernadotte study?
- Bettina Bernadotte studied tourism business administration and has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Ravensburg University of Cooperative Education. She also took art history and language courses in Madrid and Florence.
6. Who are Bettina Bernadotte parents?
- Bettina Bernadotte father was Count Lennart Bernadotte, and her mother was Sonja Haunz Bernadotte.
7. Does Bettina Bernadotte have siblings?
- Yes, Bettina Bernadotte has full siblings like Björn Bernadotte and Catherina Bernadotte, and also some half-siblings from her father's earlier marriage.
8. How tall is Bettina Bernadotte?
- Bettina Bernadotte exact height is not confirmed, but she is estimated to be around 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm) tall.
9. What religion does Bettina Bernadotte follow?
- Bettina Bernadotte likely follows Christianity, based on her church wedding and family background.
10. Who is Bettina Bernadotte husband?
- Bettina Bernadotte is married to Philipp Haug, an agricultural engineer from Germany. They got married in 2004.
11. Does Bettina Bernadotte have children?
- Yes, Bettina Bernadotte has three children with her husband Philipp Haug.
12. What is Bettina Bernadotte nationality?
- Bettina Bernadotte is a Swedish citizen, but she lives and works in Germany.
13. What is Bettina Bernadotte ethnicity?
- Bettina Bernadotte is of Swedish and German descent.
14. Has Bettina Bernadotte appeared in movies or TV shows?
- Yes, Bettina Bernadotte appeared in documentaries like:
> "Bettina Comtesse Bernadotte" (2003)
> "The Young Count and His Sisters" (2011)
15. Has Bettina Bernadotte written any books?
- Bettina Bernadotte contributed to a book titled “Every Garden Is an Island” in “Garden Experts and Their Green Knowledge” (2013).
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