Hiking Highlight
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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Tip by Jonas Wind
Hiking Highlight
Visiting the castle ruins as a landmark of the Franconian Switzerland is a MUST.
Scenic location above the loop of the Wiesenttal, expansion of the old tower ruin to the …
Tip by Witwe Bolte
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Bike Touring Highlight
From here there is a spectacular view of Prunn Castle, perched on a rock at a dizzying height.
In the castle you can see the permanent exhibition “Prunn Castle and …
Tip by Johanna
Bike Touring Highlight
After a visit to the Schlosspark Oberschleißheim, you can then take a leisurely break in the Schlossbiergarten Oberschleißheim. At Schloßbiergarten there is also an alpine hut. The rustic Almhütte from …
Tip by Bernd
Hiking Highlight
The castle is located on the western end of a rocky Jurakuppe in Spornlage visible from far above the valley. The third section of the plateau to the east of …
Tip by Wolly
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The castle ruin Streitburg or ruin Streitberg is the remnant of a high medieval Adelsburg over the village Streitberg at the mouth of the Franconian Switzerland. The exact time of …
Tip by Maren Ingrid
Hiking Highlight
In the middle of the stone forest stands on a rock spur the well-preserved castle ruins Weissenstein. At the end of the 13th century there was already a simple fortified …
Tip by Sebastian Kowalke
Bike Touring Highlight
Best-known postcard motif in Germany? At least close! It can be crowded here, but a visit to the extravagant and beautiful castle definitely pays off.
Tip by Jonas Wind
Bike Touring Highlight
History of the castle:
When Count Palatine Ottheinrich and his brother took over the rule of Pfalz-Neuburg in 1522, he found a medieval castle complex in his residence town of …
Tip by Robi
Bike Touring Highlight
The Danube and the historic old town shape Neuburg an der Donau. The magnificent palace facade with the two distinctive round towers can be seen from afar. Neuburg's most brilliant …
Tip by Alf
Hiking Highlight
The splendor and knights' halls of the well-preserved Rabenstein Castle can be explored on a guided tour and also learn about the history of the masonry. After the castle tour …
Tip by Sebastian Kowalke
Hiking Highlight
The Calypso Grotto, a mighty rock arch, forms the auditorium of the ruin theater, which was built in 1747 and has been preserved to this day. The orchestra pit, the …
Tip by WildeHilde
Hiking Highlight
Great view and a cozy hut. The highest point is marked by a monument and those who do not want to go up can take the cable car.
Tip by RumbleFish
Hiking Highlight
Opposite the Waldsteinhaus, there is a rock wall on which the remains of the Waldstein Fortress can be seen. The fortress is also known as the Red Castle because it …
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Hiking Highlight
With the neighbor Eisenberg, in my opinion, the most beautiful castle ruins in the Allgäu. Ideal for hiking and next door the Schlossbergalm to stop off!
Tip by Jürgen (Tanki)🚵
Hiking Highlight
From the Eisenberg castle ruins you have an excellent view of the Hopfensee, Forggensee and Weißensee and the foothills of the Alps including the mountain panorama. When the weather is …
Tip by Jo
Hiking Highlight
Due to its strategic location, Mildenburg has had an eventful history. The owner changed hands violently again and again and was destroyed twice in fighting. After the last devastation, it …
Tip by Sebastian Kowalke
Hiking Highlight
The lovingly restored Gößweinstein Castle takes its name from its builder, Gozwin. Today's Gößweinstein was already known as Goswinesteyn in the 11th century. A visit to the medieval castle is …
Tip by Maren Ingrid
Mountain Biking Highlight
At the driveway (or downhill) you have here on the Marienbrücke the perfect view of the castle Neuschwanstein. A short break to marvel is worthwhile.
Tip by Betty Achrainer
Hiking Highlight
The High Castle is open at the following times:
April to October: Tuesday to Sunday
from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
November to March: Friday to Sunday
from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Tip by Siggi
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