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Getting There
Take the train to Füssen (approximately 2 hours), then 10-minute bus to Hohenschwangau. From there, either 40 minute walk or shuttle bus to the castle itself.
About
There are 2 castles and a museum in Hohenschwagengau.
The more famous is Castle Neuschwanstein. The other is Castle Hohenschwangau.
Tickets currently sold out for Neuschwanstein Castle. Tickets still available for Castle Hohenschwangu and Museum of the Bavarian Kings.
This City Map shows all of the points of interest.
The Wandering Blonde has a good overview.
Castle Hohenschwangau
Castle Hohenschwangau
16th Century Castle, acquired by King Maximilian II and rebuilt in neo-Gothic style. Used by Bavarian royal family as summer and hunting residence. Official tourist info: link.
Neuschwanstein Castle
Neuschwanstein Castle
Built for Bavarian King Ludwig II in 1868, never completed. Built and furnished in medieval forms, but with then-modern technology. This castle inspired Walt Disney's vision of Sleeping Beauty's castle. Official tourist info: link.
Museum of the Bavarian Kings
Museum of the Bavarian Kings
In the town of Hohenschwangau, exhibitions focus on King Maximilian II and King Ludwig II. (link)
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