The Top 20 Castles in Bavaria
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 Bavaria. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
beautiful castles to choose from in Bavaria. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!
Last updated: October 5, 2025
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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Attention: Tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle are only available at the Ticket Center in Hohenschwangau below the 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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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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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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From the viewing platform you have a great view of the castle, highly recommended
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From here you have a spectacular view of Prunn Castle, which is located at a dizzying height on a rock.
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The castle Johannesburg with its castle garden, which also houses a Kreuzergarten and the beautiful old town with its restaurants cafes and bars is always worth a visit.
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This castle is worth seeing from every perspective.
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A visit to the castle ruins as a landmark of Franconian Switzerland is a MUST.
The scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, the conversion of the old tower …
The scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, the conversion of the old tower …
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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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