- To reach Hohenschwangau Castle, there are several options: By Train and Bus: If you travel by train, the closest station is Füssen.
- So from this experience with weather changing quickly and lack of shuttle bus service, I would suggest first a visit to the family Hohenschwangau castle.
- The present-day Hohenschwangau (“Upper Schwangau”) castle was first mentioned in 1397, though under the name of Schwanstein.
- The well-preserved ruins of Hohenschwangau Castle were discovered in 1829 by Crown Prince Masimilian while touring his domain.
- Hohenschwangau Castle was the childhood home of the King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the birthplace of his son, Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria.
- Today's Hohenschwangau Castle was built into the partially preserved outer walls of Schwanstein Castle from the 14th century between 1537 and 1547.
- Close to the beautiful fairytale castle Neuschwanstein is the equally enchanting Hohenschwangau castle.
- Upon arrival in Hohenschwangau, take time to explore the quaint shops, serene Alpsee lake, and the charming Hohenschwangau Castle grounds.
- The largest room in Hohenschwangau Castle is the banquet hall, which is called “the Hall of the Heroes.” It takes up the entire width of the castle, it’s so big.
- In 1832, Maximillian II, father of the Mad King fell in love with the location of the land and purchased the ruinous Hohenschwangau Castle.