King Ludwig II, notorious for his obsession with mythology and wealth, built the monumental Neuschwanstein Castle in the 19th century. This Munich castle tour takes you two hours from Munich, where you will visit the town of Fussen. As you travel to this enchanting town, you will be amazed at the breathtaking natural surroundings.
When you reach and drive through the old-world town of Fussen, your Neuschwanstein tour begins. Towering above this quaint village is the overwhelmingly magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle. Sculpted in between the Alps this German castle looks like it came straight out of a fairy tale. The glistening white towers of the castle nearly touch the clouds and match perfectly with the snowcapped mountain range. This magical castle was the inspiration for Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle and is the film site for the famous movie "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang."
When you step inside this fairy tale world, your guide will teach you about the story of King Ludwig's reign and his obsession with building this fantasy castle. The Neuschwanstein and Fussen town tour is not just a tour of a castle. You will visit the lake, see the Hohenschwangau Castle and the waterfall gorge, and you'll have amazing views of the Marienbrucke Bridge, which towers above everything. Step inside the fairy tale of the Neuschwanstein Castle for a Munich tour you will never forget.
Please Note: if you wish to go inside the castle, an additional 17 EUR fee (not included) will be required at castle entry.