Castles tour 3

If you would like to spend the whole day following in the footsteps of the fairytale king Ludwig II - we also offer this option.

Travel via Reutte in Tyrol to Hohenschwangau near Füssen. There you will find Neuschwanstein Castle, the world's most famous building of the fairytale king Ludwig II, as well as his father's castle, Hohenschwangau Castle.

Neuschwanstein Castle is situated on a high rock and can be reached either on foot (30 minutes), by horse-drawn carriage (only half way) or by shuttle bus to the Marienbrücke bridge above the castle. From here you have a marvellous view of the castle and the Alpine foothills (steep path down to the castle). Then visit the castle.

Due to the somewhat difficult access to the castle and the many steps inside the castle, we only recommend this tour for groups who are able to walk.

From Hohenschwangau drive to the Wieskirche. The pilgrimage church ‘Zum gegeißelten Heiland’ is the jewel of Bavarian rococo and is one of the most beautiful churches in southern Germany. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983.

Continue into the Graswang Valley to Linderhof Palace. Ludwig II had a ‘royal villa’ built here in the middle of the mountains, modelled on the French style. After visiting the castle, take a walk through the magnificent park with its pools and fountains. Return to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

The Venus Grotto will soon be accessible again after extensive restoration work.

We will also be happy to put together an individual programme to suit your wishes and make suggestions for a pre-booked lunch.