Nuremberg Castle consists of three buildings: Burggrafenburg, Kaiserburg, Fortress of the imperial city of Nuremberg. Kaiserburg Castle was the main building that housed the imperial residence.
After the castle was built on the top of a rocky hill at the foot, the city began to grow.
The strongest fortifications are located on the territory of the Kaiserburg Castle - these are the Heidenturm, Zinvelturm towers, the Grand Palace in which they lived and held receptions, the Imperial Chapel. The decoration of the castle was striking in its minimalism and modesty, they say that during the arrival at the Emperor's Palace, chairs had to be taken from the townspeople.
Around the main palace in the 15th century, the Imperial Garden was laid out, which still exists today. It offers a picturesque picture of the city of Nunberg. The park itself is considered the largest in Germany.
On the eastern side of the mountain is the Burggrave Castle, which includes the Pentagonal Tower with the Count's stables, the Valyuburgis chapel and the Luginslad watchtower. The stable is now a hotel.
Irmelshausen Castle
In Lower Franconia, in the village of the Hochheim community, the Irmelshausen castle is located. The castle was first mentioned in the annals in 88, when the village of Irmelshausen was transferred by a relative of Charlemagne - Abbess Emhild of the Miltz Monastery, to the county of Genneberg. Half a century later, the village became the property of the Bishopric of Würzburg. In 1376, Berthold von Biebrich acquires the castle in order to make a family nest out of it. A major reconstruction of the castle was first made in 1854.
Irmelshausen is the only castle in Bavaria that was not damaged at all during the Peasants' and Thirty Years' Wars. The only time enemy soldiers were in the castle was in May 1945, and those soldiers were American troops.
Irmelshausen Castle houses the family archive of the castle owners from the 16th century, which was moved here during the peasant uprisings of the 16th century. Also on its territory is a family cemetery, where all family members and the founder of the family nest of the Irmelshausen castle, Hans von Biebrich, were buried.
Burghausen Castle
Burghausen Castle is one of the largest fortresses in Europe, the former residence of the Wittelbachs. It is located in the Bavarian city of Burghausen, on the very border with Austria. It is the longest castle complex in Europe - its length reaches 1043 meters, and it stretches along the ridge above the Salzach River.
The first buildings of the castle were built around 1090. In 1180, Burghausen passed into the possession of the Wittelsbach dynasty, who continued to expand and strengthen it. Over the next 250 years, the castle becomes famous as the second residence (after Landshut) of the Dukes of Bavaria. At this stage, it was the main dwelling of the duchess and the main stronghold for storing the treasury.
The elongated structure of the castle is divided into six separate courtyards. And each courtyard had its own functions, each was an independent bastion with gates, moats, and drawbridges, and the towers were living quarters for the inhabitants of the castle. The first and second courtyards were the residence of the dukes. The third courtyard housed the stables and the armory. The fourth courtyard was the most beautiful chapel of late Gothic architecture. Officials and artisans lived in the fifth courtyard. And the sixth courtyard is an observation tower.
Like most medieval castles, Burghausen Castle also has dark, gloomy pages, which are represented by the Witches Tower and the Torture Tower. Today, in some rooms of the Torture Tower, one can still see these chilling devices for torture and execution.
Castle Staufenech
Known for its Oktouberfest and its particular leather trousers, beer and sausages, Bavaria is Germany's largest region and one of its most popular tourist destinations. And all thanks to the fact that in Bavaria there are such unsurpassed magnificence sights as fortresses and castles. And there are a great many of them here.
In the commune of Pieding, in the region of Upper Bavaria, there is the Staufeneck Castle. It was erected in the seventh century by the counts of Staufeneck. Then it became the property of the Archbishop of Salzburg, and in 1503 it was significantly rebuilt in a more modern way. Since then, Staufenech Castle has been privately owned.
A feature of the Staufenech castle is that since 2005, a “medieval market” has been held around it - a kind of costume festival. As part of this festival, there is even a tournament of knights. This competition of noble knights is not just a sham performance, but an exact reconstruction, according to all the rules of the Middle Ages. The best knights of Germany on trained war horses are involved in the tournament. Every detail is thought out here to the smallest detail, starting from the knight's camp with tents, completely authentic life and servants, armor and ending with weapons.
Neuburg Castle
The residence of the rulers of the Palatinate-Neuburg from the Wittelsbach dynasty - Neuburg Castle is located on the banks of the Danube River in the city of the same name, in Bavaria.
The history of the owners of this castle is interesting. In the Middle Ages, cities often passed from one owner to another. In 1505, two young children from the Wittelbach family, after the death of their parents, who failed to defend their right to own the Burghausen castle during the war, were left without an inheritance. And for them, the Principality of the Palatinate-Neuburg was specially founded. The coat of arms of this principality depicted two boys on toy horses.
Having matured, Otto's eldest son Heinrich began the construction of a castle in the Renaissance style, where medieval traditions would dominate, and the walls were decorated with heraldic symbols and trophies. Otto Heinrich also became famous for having built a chapel in the western wing of the castle, which is considered the oldest monument among the Protestant churches in Germany.
The subsequent owners of the castle also made a significant contribution to changing the appearance of the castle. The western wing was completed and decorated with decorations, as well as the Knights' Hall.
Now the castle is home to several museums. Among them: the Neuburg-on-the-Danube Castle Museum, the Archaeological Museum, the Bavarian State Gallery Neuburg. It houses a collection of Flemish Baroque paintings. 154 paintings by outstanding artists are presented: Paul Rubens, Van Dyck, Jacob Jordaens, Frans Snyders.
Another distinctive detail of the castle is the large concentration of black crows that settled here when the castle was destroyed. After its reconstruction, the birds remained to live. In one of the courtyards, you can even see statues of ravens made of bronze.
Castle Kaiserburg
Kaiserburg Castle is the former residence of the German rulers of the imperial city of Nuremberg.
The castle on the rock was built by Henry III in the 11th century. After the completion of the building by Emperor Conrad, the castle became imperial, which was later visited by all German emperors.
At the entrance to the castle, you can see the courtyard with the palace, the Romanesque imperial chapel and a well 50 meters deep, dug back in the 12th century. The chapel consists of two floors: the lower part was intended for believers of the lower class, and the upper one for the nobility.
Inside the building is the Knights' Hall - the largest room in the palace, in which meetings of the imperial court were held. Solemn balls and dinners were held in the Imperial Hall. The rest of the premises were occupied by the working and living rooms of the emperor, which in the Middle Ages were considered very luxurious and rich.
Kleinbardorf Castle
Bavaria is fabulous castles, museums, pristine lakes and impregnable citadels. Kleinbardorf is a small castle on the water. It was built near the city of Sulzfeld. Fortunately, this castle has retained its good condition to this day, and is now used as a residential building.
The first historical references to Kleinbardorf date back to the 14th century, when the castle belonged to the county of Genneberg. In 1368 it passed into the bishopric of Würzburg, and about ten years later it was acquired by Dietrich and Conrad von Biebrich.
The mansion owes its grandeur to Heinrich von Biebrich, who in 1589-1590. rebuilt it in the Renaissance style. And Baron Guttenberg, who bought it in 1691, also restored the castle, but at the same time he adhered to the direction and style of the former owners. Today, the completely restored castle belongs to a private individual.
On the Wartberg hill, not far from the castle, there is a large Jewish cemetery - "Jewish Hill", surrounded by walls from 1574. It is second in size only to the Munich Jewish cemetery and has about 4.4 thousand graves.
Wiesentau Castle
Located in the northeast of the municipality of Wiesentau, at the foot of the Ehrenburg, Wiesentau Castle was first mentioned in chronicles in 1062 in connection with the royal court. This is the greatest building with 4 corner towers, built in the Renaissance style. Although more accurate information about the castle appears only in 1379.
At first, the castle belonged to the Wiesentau family, but due to financial difficulties, it was leased to the Bishop of Bamberg, and then it was completely sold. The descendants of the first owners tried to return it, and in 1460 they were able to achieve their goal. But then there was a time when the castle was almost lost again, and, again, due to financial difficulties.
During the long Hussite wars, the castle was destroyed more than once. The castle was also badly damaged during the fighting that brought the Peasants' War of 1525. Since then, the castle has undergone major reconstruction more than once. The main U-shaped building, the side towers and the western wing are the remnants of the rebuildings of 1529, and the tower, the inner ring of walls - 1650-1566. The visual effect of a defensive type building is achieved primarily due to the presence of a tower and high walls.
For more than a hundred years, Wiesentau Castle belonged to the Wittelsbachs, but currently there is a hotel and a restaurant on the castle grounds.
Tausnitz Castle
Trausnitz Castle, created for defense in 1204, is now the main attraction of Landshut and the oldest castle of the Wittelsbach dynasty. It rises on a high green hill, so it is impossible not to notice it.
Some time after the construction of the castle, local residents began to build houses around it, seeking protection and patronage. It was then that a town was formed near the hill, named after the castle, which later changed its name to Burg Trausnitz.
A picturesque mountain path called the "prince's stairs" leads to this majestic castle. Thanks to Duke William V, who ruled here in the period 1545-1579, a wonderful Italian-style garden was laid out on the hillside. Exotic plants grew in it, and among the animal inhabitants one could even see lions.
The walls of the castle are richly decorated with valuable paintings, on which William V spent almost all of his fortune. But despite its magnificent decoration, one of the most interesting and attractive objects for tourists is the spiral "ladder of jesters", decorated with images of the heroes of the Italian comedy.
Linderhof castle and park
Linderhof Castle and Park is located in the Graswangtal valley in the middle of a magnificent park in the Ammergebirge nature reserve, not far from the Linderhof royal hunting lodge. It was named after a century-old linden tree. The interior of the palace was painted by famous European artists, King Louis was pleased with the work done.
The walls of the castle are decorated with picturesque tapestries. There are 10 beautiful halls in it that are open for viewing. The largest are the Bedroom, East Tapestry, Reception, West and Dining. The tapestry halls are divided into four cabinets: Pink, Purple, Yellow, Blue.
An amazing masterpiece is the park, whose area is 80 hectares. Here you will see cascades, gazebos made in various architectural styles, as well as terraces. Behind the castle there is a fountain and galleries with linden vaults.
Kranzbach Castle
At an altitude of 1030 meters, at the foot of the highest point of the Alpine mountain range in Germany - the Zugspitze, the Kratzbach castle is located. It lies in a mountain valley between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Mittnwald.
In 1913, an English aristocrat purchased land in Bavaria and decided to build a castle that would resemble the castles of Ireland and Scotland. And soon the two architects Billeray and Blow erected this building in the style of the English Arts and Crafts movement. Kranzbach Castle is called the "English Castle". The heirs of the aristocrat leased the castle to the Evangelical Church. In 1930, during a fire, the castle was significantly damaged, but then it was repaired and converted into a hotel.
In 1936, the hotel hosted athletes and coaches who came to the Olympic Games in Garmisch. And at the beginning of World War II, children who had suffered from the bombing of German cities were sent to Kranzbach Castle. And after the end of the war, the Kranzbach fortress became a recreation center for US officers. In 1947, the castle was again occupied by the Evangelical Church, and in 2003 it was bought out and converted into a hotel, which it remains to this day.
Around the Kranzbach castle there are grandiose scenes of snow-capped mountains - the Karwendel and Wetterstein ranges.
Parsberg Castle
Parsberg Castle - the former residence of the Parsberg family. It is located in the city of the same name, in Germany. The first mention of this castle dates back to 1205.
The castle has a very interesting and complex history. In 1314, the owner of the castle, von Parsberg, participated in the uprising, which was staged by Count Palatinate Rudolf against Duke Ludwig of Bavaria, his brother. The consequence of this act was the destruction of the castle. It was destroyed by the Duke of Bavaria, and this was given to him quite easily - after a short siege.
Later, the castle was restored, strengthened and significantly expanded by building the Upper Castle with towers decorated with domes - domes. But during the Thirty Years' War it was destroyed again. And again the castle was rebuilt, but now the Lower Castle has undergone major changes - it was expanded and strengthened.
In the 19th century, Parsberg Castle became the official venue for meetings of the local court, not only in the city of Parsberg, but also in the neighboring cities of Velburg and Lupburg.
As a result of the reform of the local government of the city of Parsburg, no one used the castle until 1974. Later, various events held by the city administration began to take place there. And since 1981, the Lower Castle has housed an exposition of one of the largest and most prominent museums in Bavaria - the Museum of Folklore and Contemporary History.
Frankenberg Castle
Frankenberg Castle, located in the German city of Aachen, was built in the 8th century, during the reign of Charlemagne.
Legend has it that King Charlemagne once saved a baby snake from an evil toad. The snake thanked him by giving him a magic ring, with the help of which the king created himself a wife of unearthly beauty, Fastrad. After the death of his wife, the king also suffered on one of the hunts arranged for
his close associates, he saw a place for the future castle.
After the death of Charlemagne, the castle changed hands, collapsed, and was partially flooded. During the Second World War, the castle housed the laboratory of Professor Hugo Junkers, the creator of German combat aircraft.
In 1961, a museum dedicated to the history of the city of Aachen was opened in the restored premises of Frankenberg Castle. Also in the castle is a cultural center - a venue for various kinds of social events.
Mespelbrunn Castle
Mespelbrunn Castle is located on the territory of the city of the same name, between Frankfurt and Würzburg. The castle is located in a remote place of the Elsawa river valley, in the Spessart forest. Memspelbrunn got its second name - "water castle" because of its interesting location. He stands in the center of the pond. The castle on the water in Germany is very popular among tourists, and in the warm season you can meet tourists from all over the world here.
Mespelbrunn Castle is the private property of the family of the counts of Ingelheim, who still live in the south wing to this day. Other parts of the buildings are intended for tourists. Mespelbrunn Castle is one of the few castles in Germany that survived despite the wars. At the same time, the castle even managed not to change even once its original forms.
A part of the building built in the 13th century has been preserved. Its first owner was Eamann Echter, who in 1412 built this house near the pond. His son completed the construction of his father's house, turning it into a castle, fortified it with ditches and walls. And the subsequent owners made a Renaissance manor out of the fortifications.
Furniture, lamps, many paintings, fresh flowers in vases - all this resembles a home environment. There is a knight's room, hung with weapons, as well as an art gallery, which houses portraits of all the former owners of the house. The castle is also famous for its library.
Johannesburg Castle in Aschaffenburg
The main attraction of Aschaffenburg is Johannesburg Castle (beginning of the 17th century), which served as the second residence of the archbishops and electors of Mainz. Excavations in the Upper City prove that Aschaffenburg was already inhabited during the Great Migration, since the first finds date back to the third century. It is assumed that from the beginning of the IV century. on a hill, later Monastyrskaya Hill, a larger settlement arose.
Harburg Castle
The medieval castle of Harburg is considered the largest fortress, which has survived to this day in very good condition. Neither time nor later architectural trends influenced the majestic building, so the castle retained its original appearance.
The castle was built according to all the rules of military art in order to protect the imperial road, which was strategically important in those days. The exact date of construction is unknown, but Harburg was mentioned already in the 10th century.
You can get into the castle by going through many protective structures. In addition to the castle and the courtyard, many buildings were built, among which there is an old grain warehouse. The oldest building of the castle is the so-called "Thieves' Tower", built in the 12th century.
Now the castle houses a hotel and a restaurant. It often hosts various musical events.
Abenberg Castle
Abenberg Castle is an ancient fortress that majestically rises above the city of the same name Abenberg. This is one of the oldest castles in the federal state of Bavaria. The foundation of the castle dates back to the 11th century. The first building was made of wood, but already at the beginning of the 12th century, the castle is described as one of the most powerful and impressive stone castles in the area.
From the 13th to the beginning of the 17th century, the citadel was under the control of the bishopric of Eichstete.
Since the 16th century, the castle has undergone a number of reconstructions. The last large-scale reconstruction was carried out in the late 80s of the last century in order to preserve the cultural and architectural heritage of the castle.
As a result, today the castle houses a restaurant, a hotel, a conference center, a house of Frankish history and a Lace Museum. The castle also hosts wedding ceremonies.
Every year in the summer, various outdoor concerts are given here and the Fire Dance festival is held.
new castle
One of the most important Gothic secular buildings in Bavaria is the New Castle in Ingolstadt. The castle building was erected as the residence of Ludwig VII the Bearded, Duke of Bavaria-Ingolstadt.
The castle complex was built over half a century, gradually enriched with many smaller buildings and outbuildings. One of the oldest surviving buildings is a granary, decorated with its own tower (dated 1472-1473). The next oldest building is the castle gate, built in 1580. However, the visiting card of the castle is the clock tower, built in the middle of the 18th century.
The castle complex is actually a three-storey castle for the residence of the duke, four towers that served as defensive structures and internal buildings. The rectangular area of the complex is bounded by thick stone walls and a moat.
Hohenschwangau Castle
The world-famous Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein castles are located in the village of Hohenschwangau, which are annually visited by more than 300 thousand tourists from all over the world.
Neo-Gothic Hohenschwangau Castle was built by the Bavarian king Maximilian II in the 19th century, designed by architect Domenico Quaglio. The building was used as the summer residence of the royal family.
The future king Ludwig II spent his youth in this castle, who met the composer Wagner here.
In the courtyard of the castle there is a fountain in the form of a swan. On the ground floor of the building is the bedroom of Queen Mary of Prussia, made in oriental style. On the second floor there is the hall of the swan knight, decorated with frescoes and paintings on the theme of the swan knight Lohengrin. On the third floor there are the largest rooms - the king's chambers and the reception hall (the hall of heroes and knights), decorated on the theme of Germanic legends.
Dachau Castle
Dachau Castle is the former summer residence of the Wittelsbach rulers of Bavaria. It is located in the city of the same name. At the beginning of the 12th century, on the heights of the Schlosberg mountain, the Bavarian dukes acquired a knight's castle and skillfully rebuilt it into a palace, making it their summer home.
Once it was a whole complex of four buildings, of which only one has survived today. The main attractions of the castle are the banquet hall with a Renaissance ceiling, the southwestern part of the palace, decorated with a wooden ceiling, and the old tower, with observation deck which offers a beautiful view of half of Bavaria.
Behind the castle there is an English landscape park in the form of terraces with a pavilion, as well as a garden with gazebos and a wonderful linden alley. The park itself is small, like a toy. And here there is no grooming, usual for Bavaria, which makes you look closely at the grass, whether it is made of oilcloth - here the lawns and rose gardens are not so cleaned, and there is a feeling of some kind of rural ebb. But this does not spoil the overall impression of Dachau Castle.
Now Dachau Castle is administered by the Bavarian Administration of the State Palaces of the administrative department of Bavaria. It is open to tourists, and the former banquet hall is often used for classical music concerts.
Hohenaschau Castle
Hohenaschau Castle is located on a hill in the town of Aschau im Chiemgau, on the Bavarian border with Tyrol. Aschau im Chiemgau is a commune in Germany, on Bavarian soil, next to Austria. The castle always attracts many tourists. This is one of the largest castles in Bavaria.
The castle was built at the end of the twelfth century by the brothers Konrad and Arnold von Girnsberg. Over the years, it has been extensively rebuilt and has undergone significant changes. At first, the castle was built in the Renaissance style, then a baroque hall and a chapel in the same style appeared in the south wing.
In 2006, a large-scale reconstruction of the castle was completed, a museum and a falconry center were opened. A good location surrounded by green forests and majestic mountains made it possible to open a holiday home here. In winter, there is a ski resort, and in summer they go in for paragliding, rock climbing, hiking and cycling trips.
Alpine hikes of any degree of difficulty are offered on the southern part of the mountain - for both beginners and experienced professional climbers. Also popular is such a service as extreme descents on mountain bikes.
And yet, as many tourists note, the luxurious interiors of the castle, beautiful views of nature around it, cozy courtyards and the atmosphere of antiquity that hovers here allow you to mentally return to the era of knights, tournaments and beautiful ladies.
Trausnitz Castle
The first Duke of Wittelsbach and his son were able to expand their hereditary territories in Lower Bavaria. And for the defense of new territories to the north-east of Munich, near the Isar River, in 1204 Landshur Castle was built, which means “defender of the earth”. Under the protection of this fortress, local residents reached out, and a city was formed at the foot. After some time, the castle also began to be called Trausnitz, as well as the city. In the first half of the 13th century, the castle was not only the political but also the cultural center of Staufen. Many Germanic poets often stayed at the castle.
The high tower, the imposing castle fortifications and the chapel are of medieval origin, while the galleries in the courtyard with tiled fireplaces, furniture and tapestries date back to the Renaissance. And Duke William the Pious, following the example of Italian parks, created a wonderful garden that descended the hillside to the Isar River. The garden was full of exotic plants, there were also various animals, and you could even meet a lion.
The Dukes of Wittelsbach were scholars and collectors, and by 1565 Duke Albrecht had amassed the largest collection of unique things that was kept in Munich. And his son, Wilhelm, began to create a similar collection in Trausnitz, collecting exotic and unusual items. In September 2004, the Kunst and Wunderkammer was opened in Trausnitz Castle, which is a branch of the Bavarian National Museum, which exhibits many items from the collection of Albrecht V.
Neuschwanstein Castle
A fairy-tale castle hidden in the forests of the Bavarian Alps is a real masterpiece that has earned crazy popularity among tourists and brings fabulous profits to Germany. Neuschwanstein was the inspiration for the Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Paris, the inspiration for Tchaikovsky's Swan Lake ballet, and Ludwig II's love for Wagner's music.
From a distance, Neuschwanstein Castle looks like a toy. The towers of this magical ivory castle seem to float against a backdrop of dark green firs. Close up, it is fabulously beautiful and still a little unreal among the romantic alpine slopes.
The rooms of Neuschwanstein are truly luxurious. It took 4.5 years for woodwork alone to finish the royal bedroom, made in the late Gothic style. The castle gives the impression of a theatrical scenery, and partly is it, since it was created under the active guidance of the Munich theater artist Christian Jank.
Despite the apparent toy appearance, the castle has a very impressive size, and it was built over the course of seventeen years. Eyewitnesses and contemporaries claimed that fifteen master carvers worked on the manufacture of a carved wooden bed for Ludwig for four and a half years.
The interior of the castle is a mixture of various architectural and artistic styles, a combination of Moorish, Gothic and Baroque elements: here are stalactite columns, a throne room in the decadent-Byzantine spirit, and a singing hall with exquisite lighting, intended for productions of Wagner operas. At the same time, the entire building was equipped with the most advanced heating system for that time, and the kitchen had running water with cold and hot water.
Elmau Castle
Talking about the castles of Germany, it is worth noting that many of the best of them owe their birth to the Bavarian king - the romance of Ludwig II. Thanks to his fantastic admiration for the knights of the Middle Ages, Ludwig II did everything possible so that the most beautiful castles began to be built on the territory of Germany, and old buildings were restored. The ancient castles of Germany are annually visited by thousands of tourists from all over the world.
Elmau Castle is now a Bavarian luxury hotel. It is located in a mountain valley between Garmisch-Parkenkirchen and Mittenwald, at the foot of the Wetterstein mountain, near the village of Clais, in Bavaria.
The first mention of this area dates back to 1542. There was a sawmill and a farm here. Philosopher and theologian, Professor Johann Müller bought this estate and the surrounding area before the start of the First World War. The construction of the castle itself ended in 1916. A "moral sanatorium" was created on the territory of Muller Castle.
In August 2005, the castle was badly damaged by a fire caused by poor quality wiring. After some time, restoration work began in the affected parts of the building, and a beautiful hotel grew up on the territory of the renovated Elmau castle. It has 140 modern rooms with a high level of comfort. The rooms captivate with their individuality, elegance and cleanliness. From 1957 to the present time, chamber music concerts have been held in Elmau Castle.
Nymphemburg Park, Bavaria, Germany
Bavaria is world famous for its beer, cars and... locks.
In the past few months, hitherto unexplored Germany is somehow more and more trying to attract attention
Moreover, she does it as if "accidentally", just being on the way. It all started with an unplanned visit to Dusseldorf, which was formed due to the gap between two flights on the way from Moscow to London, and the impressions then turned out to be very interesting.
The second acquaintance is also difficult to call conscious. The case began in the Czech Republic, where during the New Year holidays, in order not to sit in one place for two weeks, I had to visit one of the many tour agencies in Karlovy Vary. After a thorough study of the huge list of excursions, it turned out that the most interesting routes go in a westerly direction, where the border with Germany is fifty kilometers away.
Germany penetrates the consciousness, albeit somewhat cunningly, but far from unsuccessfully. If earlier this country did not arouse any special interest - somehow it did not see any special exoticism, now sympathy is growing more and more. In addition to advanced modernity, this part of Europe has a very rich and interesting past, well-preserved traces of which are scattered throughout the country in the form of castles, fortresses and even entire preserved cities, and the excellent German tourist infrastructure allows you not only to get to know all this stuff well, but also choose the ways of this acquaintance to your liking. To complete the portrait of this country, let's add other interesting facts to all of the above: developed cruise shipping, excellent cuisine, relative proximity to Russia - and we can safely include Germany in the list of targets for the coming years.
As I said above, during the New Year holidays I managed to visit several places in Germany at once, and all of them were located in the southernmost part of the country - Bavaria. Historically, Bavaria has been and is now the most developed and wealthy of all regions of Germany - the level of industry and agriculture here has achieved excellent success. And if we take into account the latest rumors that Germany, in general, "feeds" the whole of Europe, then it is simply impossible to question the coolness of Bavaria.
During the New Year holidays, I managed to visit several Bavarian cities at once: Munich, Nuremberg and Bamberg, as well as visit two historical castles located south of Munich, almost on the border with Austria at the foot of the Alps. Having violated the idea that the most delicious should be left for "later", perhaps I will begin my stories about Germany with them.
So, the castles of Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein are magnificent creations of architecture, created according to the plan of the Bavarian kings with the usual, one might say, everyday purpose - to live in them.
The area in which the two castles are located is at the very foot of the Alps. It is interesting that the sheer cliffs begin quite abruptly and unexpectedly, as if the Alps were specially brought and placed on this plain. In addition to the mountains, nature has endowed these places with numerous lakes, which are (mainly in summer) a popular holiday destination for the Germans. 
The first castle - Hohenschwangau (literally: "High Swan Land") has a long and ornate history. 
Since the 13th century, the ancient castle "Schwanstein", owned by the knights of the local family of Schwangau, has stood on this site. After two hundred years, the line of knights ceased to exist, and the castle, which changed hands several times, finally turned into ruins after the war with Napoleon. 
The newest history of the building begins in 1832, when the future next Bavarian king Maximilian II, seeing the romantic ruins and the lakes surrounding them, was fascinated by the beauty of the place and decided to purchase the remains of the castle, restore it and make it his summer residence in the Alps. 
Five years later, the local picturesque landscape adorned the castle-palace surrounded by a stone wall with decorative defensive towers, several pointed turrets and balconies.
Unlike the gloomy gray fortresses of the past, it was painted in joyful yellow, standing out as a bright spot against the background of the surrounding greenery. 
The swan became the symbol of the castle again. The swan was previously on the coat of arms of the counts of Schwangau. Hohenschwangau Castle has survived to this day in its original form and with its original furnishings. 
Today the castle still belongs to members of the Royal House of Bavaria - the Wittelsbach family. Since 1913, it has the status of a museum and is open to the public. 
King Maximilian II had an excellent European education and became one of the most brilliant European monarchs, turning Munich into one of the most beautiful European cities. He contributed to the development of science and art in his native Bavaria. Hohenschwangau became the official summer and hunting residence of Maximilian II. 
After the death of Maximilian, his son, Ludwig II, ascended the throne at the age of 18, who went down in history as a "fairytale king" thanks to the castles he built. Outwardly, he was very handsome, slender and tall. All Bavaria enthusiastically greeted the young king. But for Ludwig, who grew up surrounded by chivalric legends and swans, in the first place was not the kingdom, but the music of Wagner. The romantic and impressionable king dreamed of building castles in the Alps, in which the character of the music of his beloved composer would be embodied. 
Ludwig built the Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Herenchiemsee castles, although in general he planned to create about a dozen such structures.
Unlike his father, Ludwig did not manage to leave a noticeable mark on the history of Bavaria, but he definitely succeeded in architecture. Conceived in the king's childhood fantasies and implemented for 17 years, the Neuschwanstein Castle project (literally: "New Swan Rock") has become one of the most magnificent among all the castles in the world. 
Like Hohenschwangau, Neuschwanstein stands on the site of ancient fortresses. However, Ludwig's idea was so ambitious that there was not enough space on the rock, and the necessary space was obtained only as a result of blasting, which somewhat reduced the height of the rock, but expanded the construction site. 
Over the past years, the castle has been undergoing a phased reconstruction, so, unfortunately, there is practically no opportunity to capture it in its entirety in its natural form. 
You can try to feel the full scale and beauty of the Neuschwanstein building on the numerous postcards, photographs and paintings that are sold in large numbers around the object. 
Judging by these artistic materials, the best and most accessible general view of the castle opens from the Marienbrücke bridge, located a few hundred meters from the castle. 
In winter, the bridge is officially closed, as the path to it runs along the edge of the gorge and is quite dangerous for walking on ice and snow. Especially desperate tourists still penetrate this path, bypassing all sorts of designated prohibitions and established fences.
Neuschwanstein was built based on the ever-changing dreams of Ludwig, so the resulting building is difficult to attribute to any one style. The main gate, for example, stands out very strongly from the image of the entire castle, including the color. 
Due to the fact that the second half of the 19th century was in the yard, equipment had already begun to come to the aid of the builders. A huge amount of building material was lifted from the west side of the building in trolleys using a steam-powered crane. They were delivered and installed in the right place using a special system of lifting blocks. It was simply impossible to build something like this in a rather inaccessible place without technology. 
The bulk of Neuschwanstein's construction was completed in 1884, and in the same year Ludwig moved into his new creation. 
But Ludwig lived in the new castle for only two years. Unfortunately, the beautiful occupation of the king had the worst effect on the life of previously wealthy Bavaria and, in fact, ruined him. The country was constantly drawn into European squabbles, but the young king had neither diplomatic talents nor business acumen. There was not enough money in the treasury and debts were growing rapidly. However, Ludwig did not care - he took loans and continued to ruin the treasury. From a handsome prince, who was enthusiastically welcomed by all of Bavaria, he turned into a closed and sad king, a romantic and a spender, a builder of fantastic castles.
The greatly concerned government demanded a medical opinion from the doctors on the state of the king's health. Of course, no one dared to examine him personally. But the famous and authoritative psychiatrist Dr. Goodden made his conclusion on the basis of testimony. Ludwig was declared insane and on June 11, 1886, he was captured and taken to Berg Castle on Lake Starnber. A day later he went for a walk, accompanied by Dr. Gudden. They did not return from their walk. Their bodies were found at the bottom of the lake. The circumstances of the death of the "fabulous king" have not yet been clarified.
What about Neuschwanstein Castle? After the death of the king, all construction work was suspended. Despite this, the castle now looks impressive, and in fact, according to the plan, a third floor and a knight's room were to be built, as well as the main tower with a church, 90 meters high, which was supposed to rise above all the buildings.
But it seems that time still put everything in its place. Ludwig's mania for building castles, which almost ruined Bavaria in the 19th century, turned into the appearance of real masterpieces of architecture on German soil. There is a legend from which it follows that the impressions of Ludwig's castles and nearby lakes (one of them, by the way, is called Schwansee - "Swan Lake") greatly influenced Tchaikovsky when writing music for the famous ballet. Now Ludwig's castles (especially Neuschwanstein) are one of the most famous and visited tourist attractions in Bavaria, and according to experts, income from visitors has long covered all construction costs.
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Bavaria, whose sights attract tourists from all over the world, is a truly magnificent region. There are many ancient palaces and castles that amaze the imagination with their beauty. Everyone who loves Germany should know at least some of them.
Neuschwanstein
Today this castle is considered a symbol of Bavaria. It is characterized by elegance and sophistication. Tall, looking to the sky, he is the epitome of elegance. White stone walls and patterned windows look very attractive. And at the top are oval turrets, complemented by arched balconies and loopholes.
The castle was built in a rather unusual style. It is not often possible to see a building that combines late Gothic, Romanesque and Byzantine features. Only Bavaria can surprise tourists like that.
Which can be called quite interesting, yet not as attractive to some travelers as Füssen, in the vicinity of which this castle is located. And there is nothing strange in this. Munich, of course, has art galleries, museums and temples, but Neuschwanstein surpasses them in many ways.
The castle looks great against the backdrop of alpine nature, spread around. From afar, it seems fake and, rather, resembles a scenery for a theatrical performance. This is the most fabulous, delightful of all the castles built during the life of King Ludwig.
Excursion to the castle
Excursions in Bavaria are very popular among tourists. It's always interesting to learn something new. But an excursion to Neuschwanstein is something quite unusual. People climb up the asphalt path. Climbing far enough up the mountain, they see a suspension bridge extending over the valley. And below is a waterfall, the height of which is 45 meters. Some tourists prefer to stop half way and not move on. They are definitely missing out. Walking a little further, you can reach a place with a wonderful view of the extraordinary mountain world surrounding the castle.
Linderhof
This beautiful palace was also erected under Ludwig. The ruler of Bavaria was lucky that he lived to the time when the construction work was completed. Linderhof, in fact, is a combination of pompous baroque and elegant rococo. Surprises a huge number of mirrors enclosed in golden frames. All of them create an interesting effect - the area of the rooms visually increases.
Interior decoration
The most talented European artists worked on the interior design of Linderhof. The walls are decorated with paintings and colorful tapestries. A visit to the palace leaves a lot of impressions. Some even feel dizzy from the abundance of vases, figurines, large porcelain birds and flowers, crystal chandeliers with many candles (however, they say that all of them never burned at the same time), marble fireplaces. Bavaria, whose sights are known even outside the country, is a fabulous land where you can experience many unforgettable moments.
Altenstein
The name of this castle is translated as "Old Stone". It is located in the northern part of the small town of Bad Liebenstein. The castle was built at the dawn of the Middle Ages, which means it fully justifies its name.
It's no secret that many people want to visit Germany just to see such sights. There are many tourists here from our country, because at present it is not at all difficult to obtain a visa necessary for a trip. Bavaria, whose sights attract many Russians, is always glad to see guests, it welcomes them cordially, drawing them into its unusual world.
Restoration work
But back to the castle. Unfortunately, not a single original building of Altenstein has survived to this day. And there is nothing strange in this, because wars were constantly going on in this territory, and fires also occurred. Surely there were other unfavorable factors that contributed to the destruction of the castle. But it was restored. And today this oldest attraction is no longer a fortified citadel, it has turned into a luxurious country residence.
Now reconstruction work is being carried out here, as a result of which in a year the castle should acquire a look characteristic of the late Renaissance. This is exactly what Altenstein was like in the middle of the 17th century.
Bavaria, whose sights inspire artists and poets, is undoubtedly the best corner in the country, but it is also recommended to visit Thuringia, where this castle is located. You can, of course, admire the photographs, but the impressions will not be so strong.
Park and underground river
The castle, standing on the gentle side of the mountain, called Saxe-Meiningen, is also famous for its large park stretching over 160 hectares. Many are surprised when they find out that a river flows underground on its territory. Previously, it was on the surface, but as a result of the construction of an underground tunnel, it suddenly changed its course. The secret passages under the park were completely flooded.
Reincarnations
Many centuries have passed since the foundation of the castle, and during all this time not only its appearance has undergone changes. It is also noteworthy that he constantly passed from one owner to another. Altenstein survived during the Inquisition, feudal civil strife and world wars.
In different periods, it served as a refuge for Protestants, a country residence, a place of detention and even a hospital. We can say that Altenstein Castle has gone through several reincarnations. His fate was not easy.
Owners of Altenstein
Among the owners of the castle are such prominent people as St. Boniface (he was called the German Apostle), Thuringian landgraves, knights, electors from Saxony, including Frederick the Wise, famous for his favorable attitude towards the famous Martin Luther, reformer and Protestant. The latter, by the way, also lived here for some time, and where the old beech tree, named after him, grew, today there is a monument dedicated to this great man.
Restoration, exhibitions
Do not count how many times Altenstein was destroyed and rebuilt. Currently, it is considered a historical monument, and at the moment, reconstruction work is being carried out in it, carried out here regularly. Some rooms have already been restored, and now they have small exhibitions that everyone can visit. People are happy that they have the opportunity to visit this amazing architectural complex.
Tours are held strictly according to the schedule, which tourists are informed at the information desk, located near the castle, in the premises of a former farm. When all the necessary work in Altenstein is completed, an extensive memorial and historical complex will begin to operate here.
Bad Füssing
All the cities of Bavaria are very beautiful, the living conditions here are very good. Bad Füssing is no exception. This is a cozy town, which in 1950 began to be considered a resort. At that time, the Germans tried to find oil here, but they found it instead. Since then, residents of Germany and other countries come here to relax. There are spacious streets, beautiful fountains, green parks and squares. In a word, this place is rightfully considered the pride of the country. Despite the small size of the town, there are as many as three large thermal complexes here. Impressive, isn't it? Everyone chooses where to go - to "Thermes-1", "Johannesbad" or "Europe Thermes". Judging by the reviews, tourists really like their holidays in Bad Füssing, and they do not regret at all that they have been here.
Kelheim
Many travelers, arriving in Bavaria, prefer to go to Kelheim first of all. But this is not because the city attracts them with something. Just here you can take a boat to the old monastery called Weltenburg. By the way, you will have to swim through the famous Danube Fault.
Some inexperienced travelers do not immediately understand what is at stake. Not everyone has heard of this break. What does he represent? In fact, this is part of the Danube, located between Weltenburg and Kelheim. Its length is 6 kilometers. Here the Danube flows in a deep narrow gorge, and the tops of rocks rise above the water, on which magnificent mixed forests grow.
If there is a truly fantastic place in Germany, then this is undoubtedly Bavaria. Attractions, reviews of which are full of admiring words, are a real magnet for tourists, who are growing here every year.
Bavaria is rich not only in its natural landscapes, but also in architectural sights. Almost every Bavarian city has its own fortress, castle or palace. But there are also such buildings in Bavaria, the fame of which has long gone beyond the borders of Germany itself and gained fame on a global scale. This, of course, is about the Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles, the Linderhof and Nymphenburg palaces, as well as the one-of-a-kind Herrenchiemsee castle, which is located on a lake island. How to get from Munich and what to expect from what you see, as well as practical information on visiting hours and costs, can be found in the description of each object below.
Neuschwanstein Castle
The outlines of Neuschwanstein are familiar to almost everyone since childhood - and this is not surprising, because it was he who became the prototype of the castle from the cartoon "Sleeping Beauty", in addition, the Disney studio logo was created based on it. The romantic castle, located on steep cliffs, was conceived by King Ludwig II in the mid-19th century. The style of the castle can be attributed to neo-Gothic, the appearance of the building makes both a majestic and romantic impression.
The most popular view of Neuschwanstein Castle is from the nearby Marienbrücke bridge. The inside of the castle is no less impressive than the outside. Its interiors serve as illustrations for Wagner's operas. The Throne Room undoubtedly makes a special impression. The castle is also rich in numerous art objects. Today, Neuschwanstein is a museum and is open to the public.
You can get to Neuschwanstein from Munich by public transport. By train, you can get to the nearest town of Füssen, from where buses leave for the castle. The total travel time will be about 2.5 hours. Trains to Füssen run throughout the day. You can check the train schedule at the railway service . A bus ticket from Füssen to the castle costs €1.80 one way or €2.70 round trip.
There is also a direct option on how to get to Neuschwanstein from Munich - this is to use the direct bus of the company . True, such regular buses run only once a day, departure - at 9.15 am, travel time - 2 hours 40 minutes. If you plan to get there by car, then you should focus on the highway number A95, the mileage will be about 120 km, the approximate travel time is 1 hour 40 minutes.
Entrance tickets can only be purchased at special ticket offices on the spot; you cannot buy tickets in advance via the Internet. Tickets are sold for a certain time, organized tours are held inside the castle at the time indicated on the ticket (it is possible to take an audio guide in your language). The castle is open to the public daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. summer time) and from 10 am to 4 pm (in winter). The ticket price is 13 euros, children under 18 can visit the castle for free. Also at the box office you can buy a combined ticket to visit Neuschwanstein and the neighboring Hohenschwangau Castle, the cost of such a ticket is 25 euros.
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Hohenschwangau Castle
Hohenschwangau Castle is somewhat less famous than its counterpart, Neuschwanstein Castle, but it was built even earlier. Its construction was carried out during the reign of Ludwig II's father, probably, it was from father to son that the love for romantic castles was passed on. Hohenschwangau has many similarities with Neuschwanstein: it is also built on a hill, has a similar architectural style and magnificent interiors. The castle is located, by the way, opposite Neuschwanstein, so tourists often visit both castles on the same day.
You can get to Hohenschwangau in the same ways as to Neuschwanstein - by train to Füssen with a transfer to a bus to the castles, or by a direct bus that leaves from Munich once a day. The same route leads to Hohenschwangau as to Neuschwanstein. Train schedule - on the railway service
You can buy tickets at the same box office that sells tickets to Neuschwanstein. Inside Hohenschwangau, only organized tours take place (it is possible to take an audio guide in your language). Visiting hours: 8.00-17.00 (summer), 09.00-15.00 (winter). Entrance fee - 13 euros for adults, for children under 18 - admission is free. A combined ticket giving the right to visit Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein costs 25 euros.
Stacy/Hohenschwangau Linderhof Palace
Linderhof Palace stands alone among the castles of Bavaria. It is distinguished by its architectural style, and its exceptional location, and its interior decoration. By the way, the palace was built at the direction of the same Ludwig II. Linderhof is located near the Alpine settlement of Oberammergau, 20 km from Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. The style of the palace can be attributed to baroque with elements of rococo.
The interiors of the palace are decorated with tapestries, paintings by famous European masters, elegant paintings, and most interesting place throughout the palace are considered the so-called grottoes of Venus, which are something like an artificial cave, partially filled with water. The king himself liked to spend his leisure time here. In addition, the palace is surrounded by wonderful gardens, worthy of special attention and decorated with other architectural monuments.
You can get from Munich to Linderhof by train or bus. Traveling by train is not very convenient, because. you will have to make several changes. Trains run only to the neighboring village of Unterammergau, from where you will have to get to Linderhof by bus or taxi. Travel time will be a little over 2 hours. You can check the train schedule on the railway service
You can directly get there by regular bus, while the travel time will be 1.5 hours. Transportation is carried out by the company (same route as goes to Neuschwanstein). Sending is carried out 1 time per day, at 9.15 am. When traveling by car, be guided by the route number A95.
You can visit the palace only with organized tour The tour itself lasts about half an hour. The palace is open to the public daily from 9 am to 6 pm (summer) and from 10 am to 4 pm (winter). The cost of a ticket to visit the palace and the park area is 8.5 euros, children under 18 years old are free of charge. You can also purchase a combined ticket for visiting 3 castles (Linderhof + Neuschwanstein + Herrenchiemsee) worth 24 euros.
Polybert49/Linderhof Herrenchiemsee Palace
The baroque palace of Herrenchiemsee is located on the island of the same name, on Lake Chiemsee, which is 90 km from Munich. Its unique location makes the palace a popular tourist attraction. Often, especially in summer, travelers combine visiting the palace with beach holiday on the lake. Herrenchiemsee Palace is often referred to as the "Bavarian Versailles" for its characteristic architectural features. King Ludwig II was also involved in the construction of the castle; it is believed that it was his country residence. The unique interiors of the palace, as well as the garden and park complex located nearby, make the place ideal for hiking and sightseeing.
You can get to the castle directly from Munich. It is enough to take the train and get to the towns of Prien am See or Bernau am See. Both settlements are located on the shores of Lake Chiemsee, and sightseeing boats depart from their piers to the island of Herrenchiemsee. Travel time by direct train will be about 1 hour 20 minutes. You can check the train schedule on the railway service
You can save money and get there not by train, but by bus. Buses depart from Munich at 7.30 and 13.30 ,travel time will be 1.5 hours. If you are traveling by car, then you should focus on the route number A8. Excursion boats to the island of Herrenchiemsee depart throughout the day, the fare is about 7 euros.
You can get into the palace only with an organized tour. The palace is open daily from 9 am to 6 pm (summer) and from 9.40 am to 4 pm (winter). The entrance ticket costs 8 euros, this price also includes admission to the museum, galleries and the Augustinian monastery. You can also purchase a combined ticket for visiting 3 castles (Linderhof + Neuschwanstein + Herrenchiemsee) worth 24 euros.
Allie_Caulfield/Herrenchiemsee Nymphenburg Palace
In terms of logistics, the most "convenient" palace to visit is the Nymphenburg Palace, since it is located right in Munich. Baroque, with luxurious rococo elements, the palace was built in the 17th century and has been perfectly preserved to this day. Inside the palace there are several huge ballrooms, apartments of the dukes, rooms made in oriental style, portrait galleries and even an exhibition of ducal carriages, and Nymphenburg is surrounded by beautiful gardens with a pond, fountains and canals. The gardens contain many elegant pavilions that were once used as resting places for royalty.
Nymphenburg Palace is located away from the central streets of Munich. His the exact address- Schloss Nymphenburg, 1. You can get to the palace by trams and buses. But the nearest metro station - Rotkreuzplatz (U1, U7) - is located quite far from palace square and therefore not recommended for use. So get to palace complex you can take trams No. 16 and 17 and buses No. 51 and 151, you should be guided by the Armistrasse, Schloss Nimphenburg (nearest) or Romanplatz stops. Public transport in Munich runs strictly on schedule and is one of the most punctual in the world.
You can explore the palace on your own, without organized groups. You can also use the audio guide in different languages (available in Russian). The palace is open to the public daily from 9 am to 6 pm (summer) and from 10 am to 4 pm (winter). The cost of visiting the palace is 6 euros, you can purchase a combined ticket that allows you to see not only the palace itself, but also the garden and park complex with pavilions and the carriage museum, such a ticket will cost 11.5 euros. Please note that in winter, the park area is closed to the public. Entrance for children under 18 is free.
ho visto nina volare/Nymphenburg The capital of Bavaria, Munich is undoubtedly one of the most exciting and popular tourist cities in Germany. It offers tourists noisy pubs, traditional Bavarian cuisine, countless museums and ancient cathedrals. Munich is also home to impressive palaces and castles, notably Nymphenburg and the 14th-century residence. If a tourist is interested in architecture, history or German royalty, then he can see some of the other castles near Munich that are definitely worth a visit.
- Prunn Castle.
If you head 120 km north of Munich, you can reach Prunn Castle. Built in the early 13th century, this castle was designed in the late Gothic style. The construction of the castle is impressive, but no less impressive is its location. Prunn Castle is located on a cliff overlooking the valley of the Altmühl River. Prunn Castle still retains its medieval decor.
- Herrenchiemsee castle
Approximately 90 minutes drive from Munich is a beautiful lake - Chiemsee. In the middle of this lake there is an island where you can see the wonderful Herrenchiemsee castle. Built by King Ludwig II in an attempt to replicate the beautiful Palace of Versailles, this castle palace is the epitome of luxury. As in Versailles, the Herrenchiemsee castle garden is phenomenal.
- Trausnitz Castle
Northeast of Munich, in the Bavarian town of Landshut, lies Trausnitz Castle, a medieval structure dating back to the 13th century. For several hundred years, Trausnitz Castle was the residence of representatives of the Bavarian monarchy. Several major rebuildings are reminiscent of the Florentine influence on the architecture of the castle.
- Nuremberg Castle
The city of Nuremberg is best known for holding criminal trials of Nazi war criminals after World War II, but the medieval city also boasts an incredible castle. Parts of the huge castle date back to the 12th century, and today Nuremberg Castle dominates the old city center. Visits to the castle provide a glimpse into the history of the Holy Roman Empire and the role cities played in the Middle Ages. The stunning Romanesque double chapel is the castle's central landmark.
- Linderhof Palace
Linderhof Palace is located 100 km from Munich, directly opposite the town called Oberammergau. This is another one of the fantastic palaces of King Ludwig II and it is one of the few palaces that was completely finished and used by the king. Linderhof Palace was modeled after French castles in the 19th century. The façade is clearly baroque, but many of the interiors are rococo. This means that there is a lot of jewelry, heavy fabrics and luxurious materials.
- Hohenschwangau Castle
If you head southwest from Munich, you will eventually reach the Austrian border. Less than one kilometer from the border crossing is one of the most beautiful castles near Munich: Hohenschwangau Castle. Because this castle is directly opposite the world-famous Neuschwanstein Castle, many visitors don't give it the credit it deserves. However, Hohenschwangau Castle is definitely worth a visit. This 19th century castle was the home of King Ludwig II when he was a child and has many interesting features.
- Burghausen Castle
Burghausen Castle is located 90 minutes east of Munich, on the border with Austria. Overlooking the Salzach River, this beautiful castle is one of the oldest castle complexes in the world. Burghausen Castle was built in the 11th century.
- Neuschwanstein Castle
Next to Hohenschwangau Castle is Neuschwanstein Castle, which is perhaps one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world. Legend has it that Walt Disney used the stunning castle as the basis for creating his own fairy tale castles. Neuschwanstein Castle was built in the 19th century thanks to King Ludwig II. The design is inspired by the movements of Romanticism and it was a kind of dedication to Wagner's operas.
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