Castles in Bavaria

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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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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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.

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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.

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 … read more

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!

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 … read more

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 … read more

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 … read more

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.

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.