My wife and I were on a five day trip to Munich and took a day trip to the castle via Radius tours. They were a great tour group and the bus ride was great with the freeway with no speed limits with Porsches flying by us and the countryside with lots of mustard growing. The castle is beautiful and you can go to a high bridge. The tour guide was a little robotic, but nice enough. The tour is about thirty minutes and the views are spectacular. A few castles are nearby to look at as well. Check out Mary's Bridge. It was WAY high up but with nice and high railing, I am afraid of heights but I wasn't bothered. Lots of people on it though. read more

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I agree with most of the other 3-star reviewers on this page. This castle tour is expensive and you don't see many rooms, nor do you get to ask any questions or interact with any human docents. You're given an audio tour and waved ahead. We had fantastic weather when we were there, so no complaints there. And we were particularly careful to get there early, so as to not miss our entry time. I do get it that over-tourism is a real issue in this region, and that this particular castle is a victim of its own success, needing to shuffle tens of thousands of tourists every season. But I'd like to think there are alternative ways of educating people about the castle and its builder, dreamer, and ruler. TIP: Tour in the morning. By the time we were done and back downhill, the lines for the shuttle buses were easily 200+ people deep. TIP: DO NOT EXPECT HELPFUL SIGNAGE! We had to ask multiple people where to pick up the shuttle bus. TIP: If going straight to the castle, do not follow the shuttle bus crowds towards the bridge. Head the other way, and perhaps catch the bridge on the way back, especially if you feel like you might be rushed for your entry time. TIP: BRING CASH. The shuttle bus is NOT included in your ticket price, and is cash only. It was maybe 2 euros pp (I don't honestly remember). You CAN walk it, but we had some health issues and needed the shuttle; the incline is significant and probably would take 30+ minutes uphill? INTERESTING: this castle is about the same age as Biltmore in Asheville, NC. It's just not that old! read more

It is a must visit when you are in Munich. You can take the bus, I recommend to buy two-way tickets. Once you arrive, go to Marian bridge for spectacular view of the waterfall underneath it. Unfortunately when I was there it was cloudy so I couldn't see the castle. You can't take pictures inside the castle. You can buy souvenirs after the tour. read more

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3 stars for the views but 2 stars for the paid tour. The tour felt very rushed as the timed entry group we were in was too large and our guide did not wait for all of us to arrive in each room before starting the corresponding audio narration. The narration, which was quite short, did not fully describe the details of each room, and only a small number of rooms were included in the tour. The best part of it was going out to the view of the mountains and lake by Café Multivision. Skip this tour and just walk to Mary's Bridge (Marionbrucke) for a stunning view of the castle. read more

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Along with my Europe trip this year, here is my top 3 wanted-to-visit place. Thank God the weather is fantastic that morning, blue sky with very little cloud. We arrived here around 9:30 am and the line for the shuttle up to the castle wasn't too bad at all, roughly about 20 minutes. The moment we were right below the castle, the view was breathtaking and absolute amazing. I was speechless for how this castle was built and designed, nearly perfect. Unfortunately, you are not allowed to photography inside the castle tour but it's only more beautiful than its outside. Definitely worth a trip to visit if you have not been here. read more

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I never thought in my lifetime that I would see a castle in real life let alone the one that Disney took inspiration from. While visiting Germany my friends and I wanted to visit at least one castle during our trip and what better pick than one of the most iconic ones?! Neuschwanstein is only 1.5 hours away from Munich so it was an easy day trip. The drive was beautiful. We drove past so many mountains and a few local villages. You can take a tour of the inside buy we decided visiting the outside was enough. They have an observation deck that gives you plenty of photo opportunities. There is also a small gift shop on the outside if you are needing to get souvenirs for a fairly good price. I bought 6 shot glasses for my family and it was only 9 euros! It is located on a very steep hill so if you decide to walk up to the castle, be prepared for an intense workout. read more

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The tour was just the right length, although we did not expect to have to do so much walking. We highly recommend taking the horse drawn carriages both to and from the castle. Once you are inside be prepared to walk up several circular staircases. As expected, we were not allowed to take photos, so I can only show you the few we took outside. It's a gorgeous castle and amazing to actually be there in person instead of watching a travel video. We were lucky and the day was gorgeous, so we had brunch at the brauhaus sitting outside under an umbrella. read more

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Amazing time visited this Castle. Located in a very lushly and forestry area of Bavaria. We were booked in advanced , so recommendation to reserved ahead of time. Everyday 6000 visitors see this place. The castle was beautiful preserved. The ceilings , detailed wood carving , tapestry, furniture were delicately and thoughtfully made . The gothic architecture was followed with medieval themes. The walk to the bridge has a spectacular view of the castle . It's worth visiting. read more

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I planned a 12 day Switzerland and Germany trip specifically to see this incredible castle. Known as the Fairytale Castle built by the Fairytale King Ludwig, this is honestly the most beautiful castle that I've ever seen. I have seen it for many years prior and every time it gives me the tingles. We took a day trip from Munich to the castle via a tour through via tour. It's about a two hour train ride to get there and another two hours back but through beautiful country towns. Once you arrive, you can tell immediately that this town is built specifically to cater to tourists visiting the castle. It's not an actual functioning town, but rather Like Orlando in that everyone there is in the tourism industry. One of the big attractions of the castle is Mary's Bridge, which was built for Ludwig's mother to access hiking trails behind the castle. From this bridge, you can get the most famous and beautiful views of the castle, which will be your best photo opportunity. One major downside is there are no pictures or videos allowed inside the castle and the tour itself takes about 20 minutes. The castle is a lot smaller than it looks from down below, but each room is very intricate so it's hard to see every single thing inside. We honestly loved the tour and stopped at both gift shops and were able to find really unique items in both. There is also a large café right out front so it's easy to have a quick meal or you can just eat in the town below which is what we did. I would highly recommend this castle to anyone and everyone and can honestly say it was the highlight of my trip. I will be thinking about it the rest of my life as one of the most beautiful places that I've ever been. read more

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Schloss Neuschwanstein located in the southern part of the Bavarian Alps is the inspiration behind the Sleeping Beauty castle at Disneyland. King Ludwig II of Bavaria initiated construction of the castle in 1868. When completed it was a staggering 213 ft tall and perched on a hill it provided for quite an imposing site. Getting to the castle from Munich was quite the challenge as the closest town to the castle is a small German town called Fussen. It's about 2.5 hours by train from Munich and one may have to switch trains multiple times. Once in Fussen there is a bus service that will take you to the visitor center at the castle, the bus departs once an hour and is about a 20 minute ride. The alternative is to drive to the castle, parking at the castle when I went in the summer was 12 euros. I was worried about missing connecting trains so I hired a driver to take me to the castle. Once at the visitor center, one can either walk up to the castle (40 minute hike on an incline), take a horse carriage ( €5,50 = $6 USD), or take a shuttle to Mary's Bridge ( €3,50 = $3.85 USD) and then walk down to the castle from the bridge (10 minutes). Tickets to go inside the castle can be bought at the visitor center and they are timed tickets, so you have to be there on time, and usually have to purchase time slots in advance. No pictures are allowed inside the castle and they only allow you to see 13 rooms. Overall, the castle is a beautiful site to see. I didn't have the opportunity to go inside and I had heard from other tourists going inside that it was not worth it. Plus it was completely unpredictable what time I would arrive at the castle, especially since there is an allotted time slot. I delayed the day I went because it was raining, I still did encounter some rain, but the area is beautiful and I highly recommend visiting the castle and hiking around the area. read more

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It is always grateful to come and visit this castle. Each time the tour is different as well as the technology. Now they start with an audio guide set to you language that is actuated as you walk around the castle. It is truly amazing, the luxury and details in how each room was designed and decorated is just simply hard to describe. This time we went up with the carriage and came down in the bus. The walk is really steep and long from what I recall, so this time we didn't take the chance . Until next time! read more

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Very crowded, but a must-see when in Munch. Make plans to get there early because you will need to walk or take transportation to the castle. Reservation will be sold out day-of so order in advance. Beautiful views. read more

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Be prepared to climb a ton of stairs. I'm sure they have an elevator if needed. The exterior is amazing and the few finished rooms are a testament to King Ludwig's II commitment to spend more money than he had. read more

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When entering the ground stops to get a timed ticket. Around the parking lot of the castle there is a museum, some shops, and some restaurants. Because the castle isn't accessible-friendly, these offer an alternative to those who are physically unable to experience the castle. To get to the castle, it's a 30-minute walk uphill on a paved road unless a shuttle is running, then it just a 10-minute walk uphill from the shuttle drop off point. Once inside the castle, you take the stairs up several floors. No photos allowed in museum. Audio tours available in English and German (not sure about other languages). Tour is just over 30 minutes. This is a worthwhile visit if near the area! read more

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This was a cool tour and it was amazing to see inside and hear the story of this castle! HOWEVER, a few things could have been better: - no photos allowed inside the castle. Maybe it's for IP reasons but it's not great for advertising. - they only show you a few rooms. There's an optional film at the end that tells you more, and you can buy books in the gift shop that have pictures, but it would have been way cooler to visit more rooms and even see the unfinished areas. - they provide an audio guide that you have to hold up to your ear like a phone. It's effective but if you have joint issues like me, it gets old really fast. Final piece here, if you have POTS or other disabilities that limit your ability to breathe, regulate blood pressure, or exert yourself, definitely take the horse and carriage up, or the shuttle if it's offered. If you're in a wheelchair during the winter you may not be able to make it up the mountain road due to ice. read more

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If you are planning a trip to Bavaria, no trip is complete without a visit to this fairytale castle! Easy to get to by train and bus. You'll know you're in the right place because thousands of tourist make this trip every day, every year. It's free to roam around the castle grounds so no need to pay entrance fee unless you want to see what it is like on the inside. But the grounds and exterior of this castle are its focal point. Neusweinstein castle has been inspiring all the castle drawings we've known today. Just know when u get to the castle, you can either trek up the mountain or take a horse and carriage up for a fee. Best part?? You get two for the price of one castle when visiting here. read more

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This is a gorgeous stop in Germany, said to have inspired the castles from Disney's Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. When we arrived, there was a set time to go to the castle. It was a good distance away, so we had some free time in the town of Schwangau before ascending to the castle. It is a cute little town to explore and also see the Alpsee Lake you can walk down to for a bit. There is also another castle called Hohenschwangau Castle that you can see from the outside. Once it was time to head to the castle, we started the steep hike up to Neuschwanstein! I'm a pretty healthy/active person in my 30s, so the hike itself wasn't too bad for me - and we had some older people in our group too who made it just fine - you definitely can take your time! There are also stops all along the way for the to see see little bits and pieces of the history of the castle and of Ludwig II. When we arrived, we had a set time that we were allowed into the castle. There is a lookout when you get to the top of the mountain and you can see out onto the valley below, so we did that and had a rest before we were let into the castle. The interior was very pretty, but you aren't allowed to take photos inside. Once we were done with our castle tour, we headed back down the mountain (lots easier than the way up!) It was a very full day of activity and beautiful sights to see - I highly recommend it! read more

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This 2nd stop of our 3 castle adventure was the most highly anticipated, perhaps due to all the hype surrounding it. Interestingly, it was also the most disappointing of the 3 for several reasons. We purchased our tickets for the 2 castles at once & were given a booklet with our tour times written on the front, only to discover the written time was incorrect (granted, we should have double checked the actual tickets)... thankfully, the information desk was willing & able to get us on the next available tour - unfortunately, it meant we needed to kill another hour. Note, these times are EXACT. No early entry and no late (5min+) entry. Having a tour guide was baffling as you listen to a device on the walk-through. It is rushed with little information & even less rooms to visit. No photos permitted. The tour was about 20min. We opted for the 8 euro carriage ride up. You're given a ticket for half off the return. I'm not sure when they quit running, but they were done before we were. The queue to board was orderly until it was time to board, then it was madness - people who just walked up jumped in, leaving the front of the line standing there confused with nothing to do but wait... again. In short, this felt more like a money grab than a walk down history lane. I'd recommend walking the grounds and skipping the tour, personally. Don't get me wrong, it's lovely to look at, you just don't really get time to. read more

A beautiful castle. So ornate and well decorated. It is the inspiration for the Disney Castle. Sits up on a hill and sparkles in the sunlight. The tour is an audio tour with a guide. It takes about 30 minutes and you climb around 200 steps but not all at the same time. Incredible architecture as well as ornate Rococo and gothic design. Every room is completely different and entirely over the top with marble, gold, wood, tapestry, etc. a few great stories along the way. A great stop. read more

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The Disney castle in real life was majestic. I highly recommend walking to the bridge for a posterior view of the castle. The views of the landscape even without the castle were stunning. We booked a tour, which I do not think was worth the price as the interior was very unassuming and not at all like other lavish castles and palaces. read more

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Neuschwanstein Castle is one of the most well known castles, as the Sleeping Beauty Castle in Disneyland is modeled after it. There are several options for getting to the castle. You can walk, take a shuttle, or go on a horse-drawn carriage. We opted to take the shuttle uphill and walked downhill after. After getting dropped off, we walked to the Marienbrucke- Queen Mary's Bridge. There was a line, but it moved steadily. Once we got to the bridge, I only managed to walk halfway across before my fear of heights got to me. The bridge provides you with a view of the castle from a distance. We made our way up to the castle after. We only walked around the outside, as we opted out of the tour. On the side of the castle, I noticed a set of grotesque- uniquely carved heads. On the way down, there is a viewpoint where you can take a photo with the front of the castle in the background. I'm happy that I had the opportunity to come here while I was in Germany! read more

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Some people come here and say it's not that impressive... I ask them then, what castle do you own that you're using for comparison? This place is ASTONISHING. If you've ever seen Lord of the Rings, Willow, any fantasy movie and thought, "this is really cool" this is where you need to come. The sheer size of it alone, and the setting around it are enough. You could even skip seeing the inside and just use your imagination instead based on the exterior alone. The surrounding area is simply gorgeous as well. This needs to be on your bucket list. read more

I love this castle! Fun fact, this is the caste Disney used to model the Disney castle. I've been here about 4 times during different seasons and it's always beautiful! There is another castle across the "street" do you really get a 2-for-1! This is not handicap accessible, just FYI. If you get the time to go over to the bridge, you can get a great photo with the castle in the background. read more

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To be honest, the place looks better from aerial shots. It was a bit underwhelming and I was questioning all the effort just to get here. Don't get me wrong, it is beautiful and you can still get some nice photos from the ground, but it just was not as magical as I had imagined it would be. I think there is a lot of hype and marketing, especially when people say it is what inspired Disney's Sleeping Beauty's Castle. I took a horse and carriage ride to/from the castle from the visitors center and that was cool other than all the horse farts that flew in my face. Maybe I would've liked it more if the Queen Mary's Bridge (Marienbrucke) was open when I visited because from there I can think you can get the best pictures of/with the castle. Also, the interior of the castle was pretty lame and tour wasn't that great. The king liked swans apparently (it's in the name). You don't really need to enter the castle but might as well if you're making a trek all the way there (best to book tickets in advance). I think you really just need access to the bridge! Otherwise, I guess it's worth a trip since it is very beautiful from bird's eye view, but honestly it was just not as majestic as I expected it to be. read more

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Well let's start by saying this is a beautiful Castle. But it is not run properly. We arrived at the castle on time but no one is directing you to the turnstile where you scan your ticket. There were 6 of us and one of us scanned the ticket to go through and the rest could not get through because the 4 minute time frame was up..The group we were in was slow in scanning their tickets .We had to go to the information desk where the lady was very rude. We had to wait 30 more minutes to start our tour. There are a lot of steps in the castle. The first group of steps were 61. The next one had over 30. Get to the turn stile 10 minutes early. The tour is 25 minutes and all you see is "3" rooms This castle was not finished. Mind you the 3 rooms are spectacular... Waiting for the horse drawn carriage was joke. There was no one keeping people in line so when the buggy arrived it was a free for all. We used Viator and they spent more time at the palace first and we had too many issues with the Castle read more

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Super amazing from the outside, but pretty far (3 hours by train) to Füssen from Munich and the inside is a quick :30 tour with no photos. Ludwig II created a pretty garish interior in his well-documented mental instability. 5 stars for the castle and 2 stars for the tour. read more

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When you're a kid, you read fairytale books and then slowly grow out of that magic as you age. Neuschwanstein Castle brings that fairytale back. We were truly speechless as we approached this jaw-dropping, magical-beyond-belief castle. We visited in winter time, as snow was slowly falling and the path up was covered with sparkling flakes. The path to view the castle from across the mountain (where you can get that photo of the entire castle in view) was closed due to the weather, as that path gets slippery. However, we could still climb up the hill for the tour of the castle, so didn't mind at all. You can get tickets before you arrive or when you get there. I recommend getting them beforehand, as this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I wouldn't want to risk it. Tickets are only 13 euros for a guided castle tour, which is 100% worth it. The rooms were gorgeous, with the windows looking out at incredible views. One tip is that if you go during winter, be sure to be wearing waterproof boots. I was wearing tennis shoes and didn't realize that there's about a 20 minute uphill walk to get to the castle that was covered in snow. My shoes were soaked through, so I eventually took off my socks, put my warm gloves on my feet, and hobbled down for the rest of the way (LOL). Sometimes I can't believe that this place exists and that I was really here. I'd love to go back in summer to see it more clearly and in different scenery. This is truly a bucket list experience! read more

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WOW! The beauty of this castle left me speechless. I love that Walt Disney was inspired to create the Disney castles after he visited this castle. We first saw the castle from a very high bridge along the trails around the castle. We did not know you had to have tickets to tour the inside of the castle, and we got so lucky that a lady was selling 2 tickets right outside. We got checked in 2 minutes before the tour started. This was meant to be! They asked what language we spoke as we began the tour, and then they handed us an item you had to hold to your ear like a phone to hear a guide in your language inform you of the history and displays throughout the castle. I was so amazed that a king once lived in such an extravagant castle with such breathtaking views. The place felt like a maze with all of the different rooms, floors, and spiraling staircases. The tour was very well organized and I would recommend it to anyone who is in the area! Just make sure to buy tickets in advance! read more

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To get there from Munich: take train from main Munich Bahnhof (Central City) to Füßen. Direct train is about 2 hours. Cost is about 20€ round trip for one. They run hourly. Some of these trips you will have to switch trains so verify with clerk prior to departure. Once in Füßen you will take bus 73 or 78 to the castles. It's 5.20€ round trip per person. Bus drivers take cash only. Tickets online are 17€ plus 2.50€ processing fee for Neuschwanstein Castle. However if you take the chance and get your ticket in town it runs about 15€ for same day. If you are pressed for time this may not work for you. Also check when buying kid tickets as they could be free when purchasing online or in person compared to using a tour agency. You can take the horses up and down or just one way. Going up is 8€ per person. Kids are probably cheaper. Cash only. We took the horses up and walked down. Depending on your group size going on your own may definitely be cheaper and you are on your time and not someone else's with a tour company. Once you get to the castle you will have to wait until your entry time comes up to enter. They have lockers to put bags, coats etc. as they don't allow big bags inside the castle. There is an area to sit. Also a great area to take photos of the entrance to the castle. There's also a shop there to get souvenirs. I also believe they had snacks. Because I've been here before I expected more from the tour. Now they do the audio guide so there's no question and answers nor any extra tidbit info you would get otherwise from a normal tour guide. Of course there is a gift shop but at the bottom of the hill before going into the castle there are shops plus shops are in and near the train station. I would browse those before the castle gift store just to know price differences and options. Castle itself is still beautiful but I hate that you don't actually have a tour guide throughout. So if you are a true history buff and really want to know more recommend doing your research rather than expecting this tour to give you those details. You will be provided an audio guide and as you enter certain sections there is a worker that will play the recording and tell you to listen. read more

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I went on a rainy day and did not tour the castle, I only did the trails around it. It was fantastic and well worth it even with the rain. I look forward to going back again and will do the tour next time, possibly in the fall when the leaves are changing. The forest around the castle is fantastic and there were still a lot of wildflowers in bloom. The waterfalls were a highlight! read more

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This place is amazing and will live up to all your Disney fairy tale childhood dreams. The place could be a bit more organized but it is still worth it. We arrived at 2:20 and our tour had booked us on a guided tour at 410. Since we wanted to go up to the viewing bridge, we decided to take the shuttle up and then walk up to the bridge (less than 5 min). The shuttle line was very long and we had to wait for two full busses to leave and then got on. After seeing the bridge, it was 325 and we went down to get some food, which is easy to get at the base of the castle. There were no cheesy pretzels left but the prices weren't bad considering the location. The actual tour is 35 min and we barely made it back to the bus. This place doesn't run tightly enough to be super comfortable when you are on a time limited tour. You can't take photos because the king who made it didn't want reproductions to be available. It makes it feel much more exciting, I think. I loved the grotto, and the little patio off it. The weather is actually pretty similar to Munich. read more

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Absolutely gorgeous castle and pairs with the equally beautiful Hohenschwangau castle just next door. Fascinating stories of the Bavarian Kings, specifically Ludwig II. Some notes if you're going... 1. Go early!!! We had the earliest 9:00 tour and 11:45 second tour of the castles and it was still packed. 2. You can get tickets in advance online or last minute at the ticket center down in the town valley. 3. Walk up to Hohenschwangau but go for the horse drawn carriage up to Neuschwanstein for €7. Then walk down for free. 4. No photos or video inside but I might have seen a person discretely using a GoPro to catch the fascinating history. 5. The views from the top of the castles are EPIC! So take a moment to soak them in. 6. The town of Füßen about 6 minutes drive away has a very cool old town with lots of shopping, hotels, and restaurants and is beautiful at night. read more

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Beautiful castle and Cinderella castle at the Disney was modeled after this place, so I was told. You may want to get a ticket in advance or wait in queue like me for one hour. To get here from Munich, take a train to Fussen. From their take a bus to Neuscheanstein. If you don't know which bus to take, just follow the fellow tourists or ask a bus driver. Be sure to get Bayern-Ticket at the first station in Munich to save money on train. Bus here is also included. Audio tour is available in English and several other languages. They don't let you in if you arrive early but they have places to sit and eat. One of the fried bread was so tasty, I went back to get more after eating one. I suggest arriving as early as possible as they get really busy here. To get up here, if you don't want to walk, they have a bus and horse carriage available for small fee. I walked up and it wasn't bad at all. I was wearing comfortable walking shoes and my body needed after eating so much read more

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Be prepared to be fully vaccinated plus boosted to visit the interior of Neuschwanstein now. We originally booked our castle tour for 11/30/21 but due to the regional COVID outbreak all museums shut down and castle tours had to be canceled. I am still trying to get my refund back as I am writing this review but to their credit, management has been responsive trying to resolve the issue. We drove our rental Audi A4 from Munich to Fussen which took about 90 minutes one-way with little to no traffic. We parked in one of the main lots which cost 8EURO for the day. The drive was easy and relaxing. Despite Marienbrücke (the famous suspended bridge) being closed we still found a beautiful spot for photos. The surrounding area had snow so the trails were extra slippery. I won't leak the details but the spot we took cliffside photos can be found online if you do some research. I would not recommend this photo spot for the faint of heart, especially with slippery snow on the trails. Have micro spikes on your boots to be safe. The snow made the castle and surrounding area extra fairytale-like. Definitely looked more grand and beautiful from afar compared to being right next to the castle. Neuschwanstein is a must-see if you're in Bavaria and if you're a Disney fan you must witness the castle that inspired Walt Disney himself. If we go back next time we will have do the interior tour. read more

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Words can't really describe how beautiful this castle is. The wait and the cost to tour the castle is worth it. The walk up the hill is a slight challenge but also worth it. It's even neat when you're walking along the path, people are selling glühwein and pastries. The smells are amazing. The castle is unfinished. So you only get to tour a couple of floors, but it is pretty breathtaking. The throne room, the bedroom, the ballroom... It is all outstanding. I especially loved the bedroom. The wood work is very impressive. Drive out of your way and visit this incredible place. read more

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Loved making this day trip out to see this castle. The tour was very nice and informative. When you get to the castle be prepared to either walk up the road to get to the castle or you can pay for horse drawn buggy. If you're walking watch out for the horse . Also, make sure you book in advance as this place was pretty busy (pre Covid). Once you are done with the tour you can walk around the surrounding area and do some hiking. This is a nice day trip to make if you're in Munich and highly suggest it. read more

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What a great day and adventure! You are able to see the reasons Disney Castles are based off of this place right away. It made me feel transported back to the time of these Kings and Queens. Learning about Ludwig II and the sketchy way that he passed was all part of the lore. The views are amazing and the town you go through to get there had all you need. The walk up to the castle can be tough for those that do not like a little work out. I walked and was fine. It did not seem worth it waiting for the horse carriage. The bus tour to the place was part of the fun. Easy to meet them in Munich and then take the trip. read more

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I don't know. I mean I get why people want to come here. Disney, castle, blah blah blah. And believe me, I love castles but this one left me pretty underwhelmed. And it wasn't the renovation. The scaffolding was only at the front and didn't impede on the whole structure. It's just... I don't know, I wanted more magic. Everyone in reviews tells you how magical it is. How majestic and gorgeous. The Instagram pictures inundated my feed with it's glory. It's a grey building built on a hill with some interesting turrets with huge groups of Chinese tourists screaming the whole time. All I can say is do your research and go with your gut. If I could do it all again, I might choose another of Bavaria's amazing vistas. read more

This is unforgettable! Wear comode table shoes and be ready for different climates. If the weather is snowing or icy, the bus will not be running and creates a long line for the carriages. Be ready for a steady climb up, though it can be done at a casual pace if plenty of time to make it for the time on the ticket. Don't forget the tickets have a time and after five minutes there is no entrance. You'll have to return. Part of the way up to the castle there is a vendor with donuts and fried cheese, good on cold days, but do plan to have a snack. The buses run regularly to and from the train station making it easy to arrive and depart. Lines tend to move quickly at the ticket counter, but found already having a reservation to be convenient. The only downside is not being able to take pictures, it is beautiful and unforgettable. Don't be afraid of stairs, because there are plenty. read more

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When you see it up on the side of the mountain it looks quite small, but don't be fooled. The castle truly is large and beautiful in- and outside, and I can see why it was an inspiration for Walt Disney. Your tour time is given to you when you purchase your ticket, and you have the option of a guided tour in English or German depending on your timing. Tour groups are VERY BIG, which is unfortunate, and the next tour is right on your heels. That said, the castle rooms are beautiful and the views are stunning. Is it worth the money? I think so. Other tips: while you can book a ticket online in advance, you can't do it more than 3 days before your visit. Your reservation must also be before 3pm local time the day before your planned visit. If you miss that window, you can show up the day of and hope for a good time slot. If you're driving, get there early and be sure to park at parking lot 4 (P4) since it's closest to the ticket office. Be sure to also purchase a round trip bus ticket up to the castle if you'd rather not hike up/down the mountain or pay for a horse carriage ride. Give yourself some time to get up top since you'll want to take photos while you wait for your group to be called. Also, if you're visiting during winter, note that Mary's Bridge will be closed due to snow and ice. If you choose to also visit Hohenschwangau Castle, you'll have to do this one first. If you need to kill time in between, the local sit down restaurants are always packed, so grab a coffee or a drink at the Ameron Resort & Spa's bar instead. read more

Schloss Neuschwanstein - Neuschwanstein Castle - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Schwangau, BY

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