Castle
Neuschwanstein Castle
Füssen, Germany
The fairy-tale castle of King Ludwig II, perched on a cliff in the Bavarian Alps.
Bridge · Germany · Bavaria
Marienbrücke
The bridge over the Pollat gorge with the classic view of Neuschwanstein.
Free to enter about 30 min
For storytellers
Why Marienbrücke matters
The Marienbrücke spans a deep gorge above a waterfall, and from its centre you get the postcard view of Neuschwanstein on its rock. Be ready for crowds and a bit of a wobble. Check whether the bridge is open before you go, as it sometimes closes for maintenance.
Talking points
- It offers the classic view of Neuschwanstein
- It crosses a deep gorge with a waterfall
- It can close for maintenance
Free to read aloud or adapt in your video. Check facts that matter to you against an official source before you publish.
Good to know: Check on the official site that it is open.
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Castle
Hohenschwangau Castle
Füssen, Germany
The yellow castle where Ludwig II grew up, across the valley from Neuschwanstein.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.