Hohenschwangau

Just across from Neuschwanstein is Hohenschwangau, it was originally called Schanatein, but Ludwig felt it was not grand enough and had fallen into disrepair, so he created “Neu” (New) Schwanstein in the hills above the castle.

We both found this castle to have far more impressive grounds than Neuschwanstein, and the views of the lake and the alps was beautiful!Read more