On 11 October 1347, Louis IV died suddenly and Charles gained wider recognition as king of Germany. However, less than a year later on 1 August 1348, Blanche died after a short illness aged thirty-two.
On 11 October 1347, Louis IV passed away unexpectedly, and Charles gained greater acknowledgment as king of Germany. Nevertheless, less than a year later on 1 August 1348, Blanche succumbed to an illness after just thirty-two years of age.