In this article you’ll find a complete list of royal castles associated with my favorite German King, along with a handy map of King Ludwig’s castles to help you choose the castle for your ...

More than 25,000 castles crown the hills of Germany, so it can be difficult to choose which ones to visit. If you're seeking the best in terms of history and opulence, drive the nearly 479-mile ...

Built on a rock ledge over the Pöllat Gorge on the site of two smaller castles, the medieval-style Neuschwanstein Castle was commissioned by King Ludwig II in 1868. Today, it’s one of the most ...

At the foot of King Ludwig II’s masterpiece in southern Germany, the Ameron Neuschwanstein Alpsee Resort & Spa is helping to ...

These castles have inspired novelists, filmmakers and theme parks, many were home to royalty, and all are awe-inspiring.

Part architectural genius, part kitsch fairytale, Neuschwanstein Castle is closely linked to the tragic fate of Ludwig II of Bavaria (1845-1886). The "Mad King" poured his heart and soul into this ...

Originally, the castle was built by King Ludwig II as a private retreat. However, before the construction work was completed, he died on June 13, 1886. On August 1, 1886, the palace was opened for ...

The Imperial Castle at the Alter Hof was the first castle ... its most prominent resident, Emperor King Ludwig of Bavaria, and the history of Munich. Historical evidence meets multimedia ...