Neuschwanstein Castle
History and Fascination
Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most famous landmarks in Bavaria, attracting over a million visitors from around the world each year. Commissioned by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, it was designed in the 19th century as a fairytale castle.
The history of the castle began in 1869 when construction started based on designs by Christian Jank and under the supervision of architect Eduard Riedel. Inspired by the romantic vision of a medieval fairytale castle, King Ludwig II wanted a private retreat. At the time of the king’s death in 1886, the castle was not yet fully completed, but it quickly became one of the most popular tourist attractions in Europe.
Neuschwanstein Castle Today:
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Known as the inspiration for Disney’s “Sleeping Beauty Castle”.
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The castle offers a breathtaking view of the Alps and the many lakes of the Alpine foothills.
Getting to Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich
By Train:
The most convenient way to reach Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich is by train. Trains depart from Munich’s central station (Hauptbahnhof) to Füssen, a small town near the castle. The journey takes about 2 hours. From Füssen station, buses and taxis run regularly to the castle, with the bus ride taking around 15–20 minutes.
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Departure from Munich Central Station: daily, multiple departures
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Destination station: Füssen
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Travel time: approx. 2 hours
By Car:
For those who prefer to drive, Neuschwanstein Castle is easily accessible by car. From Munich, it’s about a 2-hour drive via the A95 or A96 and B17. Parking is available in the valley, but spaces can fill up quickly during peak season.
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By Bus (Autobus Oberbayern):
There are also organized bus tours from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace. These day trips offer a comfortable way to visit the castle without having to worry about schedules or parking. Many tour operators offer this service regularly.
Hotel Europäischer Hof
Are you looking for the ideal accommodation for your Bavarian adventure? Then you’ve come to the right place!
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Central location directly opposite Munich’s main train station for quick and easy arrival and departure
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Direct connection to the airport via S-Bahn lines S1 and S8
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On-site parking
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Daily breakfast from 6:30 AM with a delicious and rich buffet
Our entire team looks forward to welcoming you!
