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Neuschwanstein Castle

(Schloss Neuschwanstein)
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Hohenschwangau
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    Jackson T.
    "Beautiful castle, Disneyland's logo originated from this castle."(12 Tips)
    Lauren K.
    "extra 20-minute hike to the Marienbrücke"(10 Tips)
    Nhan T.
    "It took us an hour total up/down with the horse carriage today."(10 Tips)
    Oliver K.
    "It is definitely the best view of the castle and its surroundings"(41 Tips)
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  • Hanna A.heart icon on user image
    Hanna AvlasSeptember 29, 2016
    Surroundings of the castle and castle itself are so picturesque, stunning, and breathtaking... but inside the castle is dark and gloomy. Obviously, the resident (king Ludwig II) was an unhappy person.
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  • Drew M.heart icon on user image
    Drew MilamJune 5, 2018
    If you can, avoid the crowds! Take the 10-15 minute walk to the view bridge of the castle - great angle for pictures. Castle is amazing and worth the trip.
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    Upvoted Nov 7, 2024
  • Stephen D.heart icon on user image
    Stephen DSeptember 19, 2017
    Tour felt rushed and only covers the small-ish percentage of the castle which was fully completed but it's an impressive building nonetheless and worth a visit if nearby
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    Upvoted Dec 4, 2024
  • Nicole M.heart icon on user image
    Nicole MillsApril 15, 2023
    A must visit in Bavaria! Beautiful castle. Book ahead of time, check the language of the tour you’re booking. Currently some parts of the castle are closed for renovations. Go to the bridge for pics!
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  • Eleonora M.heart icon on user image
    Eleonora MartaFebruary 14, 2020
    A must see. Completely crowded, even in wintertime. Marienbrucke And the road there closed even if there was a bit of snow 😩 Parking 7€. Road up is quite easy, if with child worth to take a stroller.
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  • Tm B.heart icon on user image
    Tm BoJuly 10, 2019
    An absolute must. Book the bus up the mountain from the information centre rather than walk. Book online for the castle tour and.collect your tickets from the info centre.
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  • Absar S.heart icon on user image
    Absar ShahOctober 30, 2017
    Beautiful spot. Tickets for the guided tour sell out early,l. However, the guided tour lasts about 30 minutes and really isn’t worth much. The walk up top is great. Wear super comfortable shoes.
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    miss_cinnamonMarch 26, 2017
    Scenic view, tiny lake, Disney used it as an inspiration, hordes of tourists and long walks (among dozens of other visitors). Once is enough. Once is something you should do though.
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  • Aurora Y.
    Aurora YoungOctober 31, 2015
    About an hour and half outside of Munich downtown, prepare to hike for 15-20 min uphill , this is the castle where Disney got Inspirations from . We didn't get a good picture because of the weather.
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  • Sanjula M.
    Sanjula MansinghMay 1, 2016
    The guide is rushed. Better read up on some history beforehand so that when you're inside, you can really spend time appreciating the different spectacles in the rooms, than listening to the history.
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  • Social N.
    Social News NetworkSeptember 26, 2013
    I hiked up to the castle, It's not worth the extra cost to take the horse-drawn carriage. In the winter the castle looks magical. If you like wine, try a warm mug of Glühwein once you reach the top!
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  • Martin A.
    Martin AssmannJune 30, 2013
    Mass processing at it's best but once in a lifetime you've to see this great place. Reserve tickets online to save time at the ticket center and don't forget to visit Castle Hohenschwangau as well.
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  • Bernardo S.heart icon on user image
    Bernardo SalazarMarch 27, 2016
    Beautiful Disney-like castle. You can do a 20-minute walk up from the parking area or hop into a horse car for 6€. Ticket lines are long on the holidays and you may not get a chance to enter castle.
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  • Dima S.heart icon on user image
    Dima ShMay 29, 2016
    Beautiful castle, it is younger that I thought, just a little over 100yo. You can't take pictures inside but interiors are awesome. Picturesque landscapes can be seen from the castle balcony
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  • Joan D.heart icon on user image
    Joan DuongNovember 15, 2015
    The 2 hour long journey from Munich was worth it. Absolutely beauty and full of history. Shame you cannot take photo inside the castle
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  • Khaled AlHaqqan خ.
    You have to wait in the queue for hours to get a guided tour ticket! I have skipped that and went directly to the castle to enjoys its exterior and the marvelous views
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  • Ioannis L.heart icon on user image
    Ioannis LoudarosJanuary 10, 2017
    Exceptional view. Beautiful castle. If I recall correctly, this is the castle that gave the designing idea for the castle of Disney
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  • kill k.heart icon on user image
    kill kennyDecember 17, 2014
    Don't let the view from the distance on a gloomy day fool you. This place is worth the visit. You can see why the Cinderella castle is based on this place. Pure Disney lavishness LOL
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  • Joey H.heart icon on user image
    Joey HernandezJuly 3, 2017
    definitely a MUST if you're traveling to munich. only two hours by train. there's a pretty steep hike to the castle so bring comfy shoes!
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  • Piuchu
    PiuchuSeptember 8, 2012
    U can reserve your tickets but don't have to, an Audio Guide ist recomended, and enjoy the way there threw the towns around like Füssen, try some "Bratwurst" and take your time to get to the castle..
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  • Bella L.heart icon on user image
    Bella LaJanuary 14, 2019
    Beautiful Castle, smaller than expected. Ticket ~13€. A lot of asian and american tourists :) Unfortunately the Marienbridge was closed = bad view. Fairytale atmosphere. 🏰
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  • Mateusz G.heart icon on user image
    Mateusz GlodJuly 21, 2017
    Must see!!! Hike to the bridge should be compulsory- spectacular vistas!!! Remember to reserve tickets online to avoid long lines...
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  • B N.heart icon on user image
    B NashJune 17, 2016
    A mingling of Romanesque, Gothic, and Byzantine architecture with 19th-century technology such as warm running water, flushing toilets and central heat. Only 15 of the planned 200 rooms were finished.
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  • Anne L.
    Anne LaureFebruary 9, 2015
    Bayern ticket from Munich centre to Füssen & then bus to information centre. Nice walks. Book your tour one day before to be sure to have the desired language and time slot.
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  • Social News Network
    Social News NetworkAugust 11, 2013
    Cinderella's Castle was inspired by this majestic schloss located in beautiful Bavaria. If you must, visit during fall or winter to avoid summer's five-hour wait. Stop by the gift shop after the tour.
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  • Ali V.heart icon on user image
    Ali VaseghniaDecember 5, 2017
    Took an “off-road” path to get back from Neuschwanstein, way better than the main path. The castle looks amazing, no matter when you go. Rainy weather shouldn’t stop anyone from visiting.
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  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    Notice many Wagner references: a false cave and winter garden evoke the legend of Tannhäuser, the great hall Lohengrin. – Green Guide Editor
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    Upvoted Oct 27, 2024
  • Silviya N.heart icon on user image
    Silviya N.May 23, 2015
    Beautiful as in a fairytale. Most majestic castle of King Ludvig II of Bavaria. Immerse yourself and enjoy!
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  • Aviel L.
    Aviel LivayMarch 19, 2015
    After the mandatory tour, after the souvenir shop as you exit the castle and close the doors behind you - turn left and go visit the bridge for awhile picture of the palace. Ignore the fence.
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  • Edgar R.heart icon on user image
    Edgar RodriguezDecember 28, 2019
    Honestly the best part was the view of the fields outside on the back of the castle. Unfortunately, the castle was undergoing renovation, so the tour was cut short.
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  • Kateheart icon on user image
    KateAugust 17, 2024
    Stunning castle. The castle itself is small (the tour is quite quick), but it’s beautiful
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  • Harkirat S.heart icon on user image
    Harkirat SinghSeptember 1, 2019
    Drive from Munich is full of great views of the countryside. The viewing bridge for the castle is a must but can get a bit crowded.
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  • Mike K.
    Mike KenyonJuly 22, 2013
    Two quick ones ... First, get there early, tickets per language book quickly. Second, the bus up to Neuschwanstein fills quickly also. Plan on at least 2 bus cycles + 10 min (50m in summer) to go.
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  • Bethany B.
    Bethany BNovember 18, 2013
    Take the bus or the carriage up and walk back down! But either way make sure you go inside! It's like walking into the Disney castle you can see all over where Disney drew inspiration from!
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  • lino b.heart icon on user image
    lino brescia™December 5, 2019
    Beautiful picturesque castle. Didn’t tour but didn’t feel need to. Quick the hike up to the top. Be warned.
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  • Renata S.
    Renata SantiagoMarch 20, 2013
    A place you can never ever miss. Make sure you are well fit to walk upper hill. It takes about 40 minutes in a okay pace. By the time you get there you start to believe in fairy tales. Do it!
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  • Lisa T.
    Lisa TwangMay 22, 2014
    You don't need to sign up for the English tour! We booked the Chinese one, then requested an English audio guide device inside the castle. Saved an extra hour of waiting :)
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  • Simon O.heart icon on user image
    Simon OpsomerJanuary 18, 2016
    The obligated tour kind of rushes through the castle but you can easily wait, join the following group and, that way, see everything at your own pace.
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  • Donheart icon on user image
    DonSeptember 23, 2012
    What can I say. Simply beautiful! Make sure you go onto the bridge for a great view. Built by King Ludwig ll. it's was never completed. One of my favorite castles.
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  • Kate F.
    Kate FurmanJanuary 2, 2015
    Hike to the bridge, even in the winter, to catch the view of the castle
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  • Penny L.
    Penny LimOctober 23, 2013
    Beautiful castle. Love it! Must walk to the bridge for the best view of the Castle. Watch out for the last bus down hill, if not you 'll have to walk down.
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  • D B.
    D B\\February 28, 2016
    Climb the hill near the bridge, to get the best view
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  • Mahmut Enes K.heart icon on user image
    Mahmut Enes KayaalpFebruary 15, 2018
    A must visit in winter. Don’t skip the Marienbrücke. Go there even it is forbidden at your own risk.
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  • Paula R.heart icon on user image
    Paula RebouçasJune 2, 2015
    Must see in Germany! Amazing views! Watch for The messy lines To take The bus back.
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  • Ksania L.
    Ksania LernerMarch 28, 2014
    The hike up is strenuous but doable. If you have time just take the house carriage ride up. And go view from the Marien bridge. So pretty!
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  • Donal K.
    Donal KaneAugust 29, 2016
    Lovely attraction but somewhat ruined by overly complex ticketing system with huge queues and rude/unhelpful staff .. Still worth the visit but it's a pity it couldn't be better organised
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  • Ro S.heart icon on user image
    Ro Sinha CAugust 5, 2016
    It is absolutely amazing!!!! Take your time to take photos!!!! I went on september 15 and the weather was amazing!
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  • Ellen R.heart icon on user image
    Ellen RiellyAugust 9, 2015
    Definitely get in line for tickets right when they open at 8am or better yet buy in advance. And take the bus to the top! Super quick.
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  • Billy O.
    Billy OvallesJuly 3, 2014
    Stay past 8pm during summer... Everyone will be gone and you can have a magical stroll around the castle without a million people surrounding you.
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  • Salvatore D.heart icon on user image
    The fairy tales castle brought to the real world. Wonderful scenic views and so are the interiors.
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