Neuschwanstein castle
Neuschwanstein Castle Why being satisfied with reading fairy tales when you can visit one? Situated in the idyllic landscape of Bavaria, Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most impressive castles worldwide and attracts about 1.4 million visitors a year. Its romantic architecture stands out like a jewel among rough mountainsides and picturesque valleys. The beauty of Neuschwanstein Castle did not only serve as inspiration for Cinderella’s and Sleeping Beauty’s castles, it also became Disney’s logo. History
Neuschwanstein was built on behalf of King Louis II. who intended to use it as a hiding place from public. The construction process started in summer 1868. Sadly, King Louis died before the building works were finished. Its completion was delayed several times due to changing wishes and demands of the king. In 1886, the first visitors were allowed in Neuschwanstein, although it took another six years for it to be absolutely finished.
The construction
Neuschwanstein Castle consists of umpteen single parts of structure which were constructed over a length of 150 meters on top of a rock originally called “Jugend” (Engl.: youth). The sustained building is furnished with numerous towers, ornamental turrets, pediments, balconies and sculptures. Neuschwanstein was designed as a romantic ideal of a knight’s castle. Its structure was volitionally planned asymmetrical and built in consecutive phases.
Attractions Guided tours Neuschwanstein Castle can only be visited within a guided tour. Tours are offered in German and English. Visitors who speak different languages have the possibility of audio guide tours. Both kinds of tours last about 30 minutes. Tickets can be bought in advance (additional charge) at ticket center Hohenschwangau.
Bed-chamber
Foyer
Throne room
For interior panorama click here.
Restaurants Neuschwanstein Castle offers "Café & Bistro" on the second floor, along with a free multivision show on King Ludwig II and his famous castles. Outside the castle, visitors can relax in “Schlossrestaurant Neuschwanstein”. For current events and more information look here
Opening hours
Admission charges
28 March – 15 October: 9am – 6pm 16 October – 27 March: 9am – 3pm
Adults: 12€ reduced: 11€ “King’s-Ticket”: 23€ (reduced: 21€) to visit Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau on one day
Opened daily except from 1 January; 24, 25 and 31 December
Entrance free for children and teens younger than 18
Approach
Résumé We recommend you to visit Neuschwanstein Castle because although only one of us has already been there, we are all impressed and fascinated by its beautiful architectture, noble interior and the dream-like landscape surrounding it. Seeing all of that in real life must be even more breathtaking than just looking at pictures. Neuschwanstein Castle is worth a visit for both older and younger generations. Where some people might feel drawn to its history and want to experience a little time-travel while walking through King Louis’ throne room, others might love the fairy-tale atmosphere and would like to take a look at the place that inspired Disney princesses’ castles. There are many aspects making Neuschwanstein a great destination. We hope to get the chance to visit it ourselves one day, and maybe our brochure made some of you want to see the castle as well. Have a good trip!
Anthea L., Laura and Lucia
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