Schwangau, Germany

Schwangau, Germany

Honors

Critics


Attractions

Neuschwanstein Castle

Honors

Critics

  • 6 Incredible Castles Around the World (The Discoverer)
  • 8 European Castles to Add to Your Bucket List (The Discoverer)
  • 9 Real-Life Places That Inspired the Disney Parks (The Discoverer)
  • 10 Real-Life Destinations That Belong in the Pages of a Fairy Tale (Daily Passport)
  • 25 Architectural Wonders You Have to See in Person (The Discoverer)
  • The Fascinating Histories of 6 Fairy-Tale European Castles (Daily Passport)
  • These Real-World Sites Inspired Disney Park Attractions (Daily Passport)
  • 5 European Tourist Traps to Avoid (The Discoverer)

Interesting Facts

  • Neuschwanstein Castle’s tallest tower reaches about 213 feet (65 meters) high, making it a contender for the world’s tallest castle, built in the Romanesque Revival style for King Ludwig II of Bavaria in Germany, though it was never fully completed.