What is the Win Rate for Agnes Bernauer Solitaire?
33% Win Rate (1 in 3)
Agnes Bernauer Solitaire is a Klondike-style variant with a seven-card reserve that provides extra accessible cards, making it moderately winnable.
What Makes Agnes Bernauer Unique
- Variable foundation base: Not always Aces—the first dealt card determines the base rank
- Seven-card reserve: Extra accessible cards improve your options
- Alternating color building: More flexible than same-suit variants
- Specific empty fill: Empty columns can only be filled by specific ranks
Historical Tragedy
Named after the wife of Duke Albert III of Bavaria. Her father-in-law disapproved of their marriage so strongly that he had Agnes drowned in the Danube River in 1435 while Albert was away. The game's variable difficulty mirrors life's unpredictability.
The Variable Foundation Base
Unlike Klondike where you always build from Aces:
- The first card dealt to the foundation determines the base rank for ALL foundations
- If a 7 is dealt first, all foundations build 7→8→9→10→J→Q→K→A→2→3→4→5→6
- This "wrapping" creates unique strategic considerations each game
Agnes Bernauer vs Agnes Sorel
| Feature | Agnes Bernauer | Agnes Sorel |
|---|---|---|
| Win Rate | 33% | 15-17% |
| Building | Alternating colors | Same color |
| Reserve | 7 cards | None |