Princess Ludovika

 is a character on The Empress. She is portrayed by Jördis Triebel.

Biography
Princess Ludovika is the mother of Helene and Elisabeth, who is shocked when Emperor Franz Joseph chooses to marry Elisabeth instead, as the decision could ruin the planned union between the houses.

Throughout The Empress
Ludovika was in pain and was suffering from an ulcer. She was determined to find a husband for Elisabeth, however, each time, Elisabeth would sneak out and avoid meeting the suitors, angering her mother. Ludovika threatened to send Elisabeth to a mental asylum if she continued to defy rules.

Ludovika and her daughters, Elisabeth and Helene went to Bad Ischl to visit Emperor Franz Joseph on his birthday, as it had been agreed by both families that Franz and Helene would marry.

At Bad Ischl, Franz met Elisabeth, and fell in love with her. She reminded him of what he was like before he became Emperor. He proclaimed his intention to marry Elisabeth, to the surprise of everyone.

Elisabeth, Helene, Ludovika and Maximilian arrived at Schönbrunn Palace, where they were greeted by Franz and Sophie.

Ludovika, her daughter Helene and her husband Maximilian were present for Franz and Elisabeth's wedding. After the wedding, they left in a carriage and returned to Bavaria.

Physical appearance
Ludovika has blonde hair and blue eyes.

Appearances

 * Season One


 * One's Place in the World
 * The Arrival
 * The Wedding