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Hohenschwangau Castle

Maximilian II rebuilt the medieval ruin in neo-Gothic style from 1832. Today, the furnished castle can only be visited on a guided tour.

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The royal family residence

The medieval Schwanstein fortress was first documented in the 12th century. Crown Prince Maximilian of Bavaria acquired the ruin in 1832 and had it rebuilt in neo-Gothic style under Domenico Quaglio. As the Bavarian royal family’s summer and hunting residence, Hohenschwangau became a formative place in Ludwig II’s childhood.

Unlike Neuschwanstein’s idealised theatrical world, Hohenschwangau tells the story of lived royal domestic life. Murals, historic rooms and its position above the Alpsee make the two castles complementary but distinctly different visits.

Visit by timed guided tour

Hohenschwangau Castle can only be seen on a guided tour. The signposted uphill walk from the Ticket Centre takes around 20 to 30 minutes; the castle has many steps and no lift. Check tickets and current access conditions with the official operator in advance.

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Hohenschwangau and its surroundings

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