Neuschwanstein Castle Schloss Neuschwanstein
Füssen, Germany UNESCO World Heritage Site
Neuschwanstein Castle is a palace, museum, and château located in Schwangau, Germany. Commissioned by Ludwig II of Bavaria and dedicated to Richard Wagner, the structure sits at an elevation of 940 meters and features Romanesque and Gothic Revival architecture built from brick, limestone, and sandstone. Architects Christian Jank, Eduard Riedel, Georg von Dollmann, and Julius Hofmann designed the site, which began construction in 1869. As part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is one of the most looked-up sights in Germany.
Planning a visit
The region experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, with the highest levels occurring between May and August, when monthly precipitation ranges from 155 mm to 221 mm. Temperatures remain cool, with summer highs reaching 18 °C. Winter months are cold, with January temperatures dropping to a low of -10 °C. Visitors often choose to visit during the spring or autumn months, such as April, September, or October, to avoid the heaviest summer rains and the coldest winter temperatures.
The nearest airport is Innsbruck Airport in Austria, located 56 km away, while the distance from Berlin is 583 km. Nearby attractions include Hohenschwangau Castle, 1 km away; Linderhof Palace, 16 km away; Wieskirche, 18 km away; and the Zugspitze, 23 km away. The site is open daily, though hours change seasonally. From April 1 to October 15, the castle is open from 09:00 to 18:00. From October 16 to March 31, hours are 10:00 to 16:00. The site is closed on January 1, December 24, 25, and 31. Adult tickets cost €17.50, and admission for children under 18 years is €2.50. Wheelchair access is limited.
Weather by month
The warmest month is July, with an average high of 19 °C. The wettest is July, with about 221 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 0 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 16 | 19 | 18 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 0 |
| Average low, °C | -10 | -9 | -5 | -2 | 3 | 7 | 9 | 9 | 6 | 2 | -4 | -8 |
| Rainfall, mm | 92 | 84 | 118 | 101 | 155 | 199 | 221 | 211 | 142 | 106 | 107 | 109 |
| Rainy days | 15 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 21 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
