HOHENSCHWANGAU
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Panoramic aerial view of the royal castles of Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein and the Museum of the Bavarian Kings - surrounded by mountains and atmospherically illuminated by the warm light of the autumn evening sun.
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Information for visitors

 

Here you will find the most important information about your visit and stay in Hohenschwangau.
On the start page of our homepage under “Current news” you will find all the latest news about Hohenschwangau.

Check daily to see if the shuttle bus and carriages are in operation and which viewpoints are accessible and open to visitors.

Availability Transport and Attractions

Transport to the castles (availability)

Bus to Neuschwanstein Castle (Mary's Bridge)

Horse-Drawn Carriages to Neuschwanstein Castle

Horse-Drawn Carriages to Hohenschwangau Castle

Important notes

Current Traffic Update – Traffic Disruptions

 

⇒ Due to renovation work on the König-Ludwig-Brücke (B16) in Füssen, the bridge is currently restricted to one-way traffic.

  • The closure is expected to remain in place until early August.

  • Increased traffic congestion is currently occurring.

  • Please plan your journey to Hohenschwangau well in advance.

If possible, please use alternative routes or allow for additional travel time.

IMPORTANT TRAVEL NOTE for Saturday, June 27, 2026: 

⇒ Due to a demonstration, the Fernpass and Hahntennjoch will be closed from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Please allow extra travel time and expect delays.

 

 

Ticket availability


We recommend purchasing tickets in advance in our online ticket shop, as tickets are expected to sell out quickly. If no tickets are available for the desired date, please check whether another date is suitable for you. You do not have an alternative? Subject to availability, smaller additional ticket allotments may be released for sale on a daily basis in the morning from 8.00 am.

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