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Hohenschwangau Castle Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide

Name: Hohenschwangau Castle Skip-the-Line Tickets with Audio Guide
Start: 2026-02-19T12:25:00
End: 2026-02-19T16:30:00
Location: Hohenschwangau Castle

Hohenschwangau Castle archway with cobblestone path and greenery.

Visitor exploring Hohenschwangau Castle garden with mountain view.

Swan fountain in garden at Hohenschwangau Castle, Germany.

Lion fountain in the garden of Hohenschwangau Castle, Germany.

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Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Discover Hohenschwangau Castle with skip-the-line access, and a multilingual audio guide, all while soaking in breathtaking views.

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Viktor

Feb 2026

Verified booking

Simple and straightforward thanks to the digital ticket. The hardest part of the tour was the walk from the parking lot up to the castle. Otherwise, everything was great. Many thanks to the staff, and see you again soon! Next time, I'll come with my family in spring or summer when it's not snowing and we can enjoy the surroundings (mountain landscape and view) much more!

Peggy

Oct 2025

Verified booking

Well organized and very friendly guide. The weather was cloudy and not too warm, but that was an advantage for the tour. The autumnal coloring of the forest around the castle also has its charm.

Radu

Dec 2025

Verified booking

We found the visit to Hohenschwangau Castle very interesting and funny in a few contexts. We especially liked the charming guide man! We recommend a visit there with pleasure!

Save time with skip-the-line access to the Hohenschwangau Castle, marvel at its 19th-century neo-Gothic grandeur, and explore the royal past of Bavaria.

Uncover Hohenschwangau's journey from medieval dwelling to King Ludwig II's summer retreat with a multilingual audio guide.

Stroll through beautifully manicured gardens featuring a swan fountain, while enjoying stunning views of Lake Alpsee.

Visit the tranquil Chapel of Christ the King, adorned with stained glass windows depicting scenes from King Ludwig II's life.

Fun fact: The castle's name Hohenschwangau translates to ‘High Swan County’ – a fitting name given the stunning swan fountain in the gardens.

Skip-the-line entry to Hohenschwangau Castle

Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Hungarian, Czech, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Mandarin & Korean

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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What our guests say
Viktor
Feb 2026
Verified booking
Simple and straightforward thanks to the digital ticket. The hardest part of the tour was the walk from the parking lot up to the castle. Otherwise, everything was great. Many thanks to the staff, and see you again soon! Next time, I'll come with my family in spring or summer when it's not snowing and we can enjoy the surroundings (mountain landscape and view) much more!
Radu
Dec 2025
Verified booking
We found the visit to Hohenschwangau Castle very interesting and funny in a few contexts. We especially liked the charming guide man! We recommend a visit there with pleasure!
Donnet
Dec 2025
Verified booking
Very good, I recommend it, it was a very pleasant visit.
Irina
Dec 2025
Verified booking
Easy to book, great communication regarding tickets. Great experience
Svitlana
Nov 2025
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The man who guided us did it very nobly. We could be transported back to the royal era and learn interesting history. The tour was truly royal🙂

Experience the majesty of Hohenschwangau Castle

Begin your journey into history with skip-the-line access to Hohenschwangau Castle, attracting over 1.3 million visitors annually. As you bypass the queues, absorb the grandeur of this 19th-century neo-Gothic masterpiece, also called the real-life Disney castle. Each room you visit bursts with intricate murals by renowned artists Moritz von Schwind and Ludwig Lindenschmidt, portraying the history of Germany and Bavaria. The multilingual audio guide, available in 13 languages, further enriches your understanding of the castle's fascinating past. Learn how despite being destroyed and rebuilt, it found new life in 1832 when King Maximilian of Bavaria transformed it into the royal family's summer abode.

Discover the enchanting gardens and chapel

Post the castle exploration, take a stroll through the castle's gardens. The sight of the swan fountain surrounded by multi-layered circular bushes is bound to leave you mesmerized. As you soak in the charm of the gardens and the stunning views of Lake Alpsee, enter the Chapel of Christ the King. The stained glass windows of the chapel, vividly depicting scenes from King Ludwig II's life, offer a serene and reflective end to your journey.

Neuschwanstein Castle

Monday	10:00am - 4:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 4:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 4:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Thursday	10:00am - 4:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Friday	10:00am - 4:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Saturday	10:00am - 4:00pm	last entry 3:30pm
Sunday	10:00am - 4:00pm	last entry 3:30pm

Hohenschwangau Castle

Monday	10:00am - 4:00pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday	10:00am - 4:00pm
Friday	10:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday	10:00am - 4:00pm
Sunday	10:00am - 4:00pm

What's not allowed

Pets are not allowed.

Large luggage, hiking backpacks, or military backpacks are not allowed inside the castles and the museum.

Photography and taking videos are strictly prohibited inside the castle.

Accessibility

The interiors of the castle are not wheelchair accessible.

The hiking path to Hohenschwangau Castle is gently sloped and entirely stair-free.

The castle courtyards are strollers/buggy accessible.

Additional information

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes.

Please be aware that luggage checks may take place at Neuschwanstein Castle's entrance to ensure the safety of all visitors.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly..

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

Show your ticket at Hohenschwangau Castle.

Address: Alpseestraße 30, 87645 Schwangau, Germany.

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