Hohenschwangau Castle

The history of Hohenschwangau Castle goes back a long way. It was first mentioned as "Schwanstein Castle" in the 12th century as the seat of the nobles of Schwangau. Over the following centuries, the castle changed hands, fell into disrepair, was rebuilt and destroyed again.

In 1832, Crown Prince Maximilian, who later became King Max II, acquired the ruins and had them rebuilt in the English Tudor style by the theater painter Quaglio. The romantic castle served as a summer residence for the royal family and was the happy childhood home of Ludwig II.

Opening times:

Summer opening times until October 15: daily from 09:00 - 16:30

Winter opening times from October 16: daily from 09:00 - 16:30. October: daily from 10:00 - 16:00

Reserve your guided tour for Neuschwanstein Castle or Hohenschwangau Castle at our hotel reception by 14:00 the day before. Ticket requests over the weekend can be made by Friday 14:00 at the latest.

Of course, you can also purchase tickets online on the castles' website or directly at the Hohenschwangau Ticket Center.

From the hotel, drive to the main road and turn right. Drive straight ahead for approx. 100 meters and then turn left towards Hohenschwangau.