Schloss Neuschwanstein

Our next stop on our Bavarian / Austrian / Alps tour is Schloss Neuschwanstein, probably the most famous castle in the world, and the inspiration behind many of the Disney castles.

The castle was designed by King Ludwig II of Bavaria. Construction began in 1869 but was never completed. The castle was intended to serve as a private residence for the king but he died in 1886.

Today it was a very tourist heavy spot, with many tour buses, old folk and MANY AMERICANS on trips to see the beautiful r castle.Læs mere