Bernger von Horheim

Bernger von Horheim was a Rhenish Minnesänger of the late twelfth century.

He wrote in the tradition of courtly love and was influenced by Friedrich von Hausen.

A Berengerius de Orehem is recorded in Italy in 1196 with Philip of Swabia, probably participating in the campaign of Emperor Henry VI in Apulia.

In each of its four strophes Bernger sings of happiness and fulfilled love before ending with the claim that he was lying.

Bernger's debt to Chrétien de Troyes is evident in his treatment of Tristan and Iseult and the Matter of Britain.