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The Top 20 Castles in the Allgäu

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 20

beautiful castles to choose from in the Allgäu. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: October 22, 2025

Neuschwanstein Castle

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One of the most famous motifs in Germany, v.a. for foreign tourists.

Attention: Tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle are only available at the Ticket Center in Hohenschwangau below the castle.

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View of Forggensee and Neuschwanstein Castle

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The Forggensee is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts in summer and in winter, when it is drained, you can hike on its bottom.

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View of Alpsee and Hohenschwangau Castle

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On the way to Neuschwanstein Castle there are a few viewpoints from which you have a wonderful view of the valley.

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View of Alpsee, Neuschwanstein Castle, and Hohenschwangau Castle

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Picturesque reflect the mountains in the deep blue water and on the other side of the lake you can see the castles Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau.

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View of Neuschwanstein Castle and Pöllat Waterfall from Marienbrücke

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From the viewing platform you have a great view of the castle, highly recommended

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View of Neuschwanstein Castle

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This castle is worth seeing from every perspective.

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View of Hohenschwangau Castle

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Very beautiful, impressive building. The view of the castle from the lake is great. The view from above is even better. Beautiful location, you'll be amazed and enjoy the great view! 👍 Worth a detour!

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View of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles from the Alpsee shore

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From the lower end of the lake you have a beautiful view of the two castles.
Dog owners should know that when going around the lake you have to walk over gratings, they cannot be bypassed.

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View of Neuschwanstein Castle

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The Hohenschwangau Castle doesn't have to hide behind Neuschwanstein in terms of appearance, especially at night when it is illuminated it looks great.

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Burgruine Falkenstein

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Ruins already have their charm. But when they stand spectacularly on a mountain and offer an unobstructed all-round view – amazing. We had beautiful light in the late afternoon and …

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The Top 20 Castles in the Allgäu

Neuschwanstein Castle

View of Forggensee and Neuschwanstein Castle

View of Alpsee and Hohenschwangau Castle

View of Alpsee, Neuschwanstein Castle, and Hohenschwangau Castle

View of Neuschwanstein Castle and Pöllat Waterfall from Marienbrücke

View of Neuschwanstein Castle

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View of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles from the Alpsee shore

View of Neuschwanstein Castle

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