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VISIT:
Royal Castles – Museum
Visits to Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles are only possible as part of a guided tour at a fixed admission time. All castle tours take place with limited capacity. Guided tours are offered in German and English. Audio guides are also available in various languages. We recommend arriving in Hohenschwangau at least 1.5 – 2 hours before your admission time (Neuschwanstein Castle) or at least 1 hour before your admission time (Hohenschwangau Castle)
The visit to the museum is not time-bound. You can experience the museum on your own and at your own pace. Tickets for the Museum of the Bavarian Kings are available from the Ticket Center or directly from the museum.
BUY TICKETS:
Online Ticket Shop – Ticket Center
Tickets for the royal palaces and the Museum of the Bavarian Kings can be purchased both in the official online ticket store and on site at the Ticket Center Hohenschwangau (subject to availability).
We recommend buying tickets in advance in our online ticket store, as tickets may sell out quickly on site. If tickets for your preferred date are no longer available in the online store, please check whether an alternative date is suitable for you. Can’t find a suitable alternative? Depending on availability, smaller additional ticket contingents are released for sale daily from 8.00 am.
Why visit Neuschwanstein Castle?
Architectural Masterpiece
Neuschwanstein Castle embodies a romanticized vision of a medieval fortress, blending Gothic, Romanesque, and Byzantine architectural styles. While traditional castles were built for defense, this one prioritized beauty and artistic design.
Opulent Interiors
The interiors of Neuschwanstein Castle are a grand homage in stone and art to Richard Wagner’s operas. The walls are adorned with intricate paintings depicting themes of love, guilt, repentance, and salvation, inspired by the medieval legends that shaped the composer’s iconic works.
Rich history
The story behind Neuschwanstein Castle is one of both grandeur and sorrow. Its creator, King Ludwig II of Bavaria, was a young prince who ascended to the throne as a teenager, deeply enamored with music, art, and architecture. A dreamer and recluse, he ruled in isolation until his mysterious death at just 41 years old. Determined to leave a lasting cultural legacy, Ludwig commissioned this enchanting castle – a fantastical retreat that would immortalize his love for beauty and fantasy.