My name is Lorelei, aka Lady Lolo, I’m an American expat living in Germany and if you're looking for fairytale half-timbered towns, romantic castles and amazing, relatively undiscovered towns absent of hordes of tourists, you've come to the right place! With its unique architecture and idyllic location, Neuschwanstein Castle, also known as the fairytale castle, is a magnet for visitors from all over the world. Funnily enough the hotel we stayed at, the Platzl, had a replica of King Ludwig’s Moorish Kiosk in their fitness spa centre – it was designed to look the same as the one in the Linderhof! Again, this palace was inspired by the Palace of Versailles in Paris and you can see the stunning artwork in honor of the French monarchy. It was stunning!! King Ludwig II was a great admirer of King Louis XIV the ‘Sun King’ of France and sought to emulate him through his castles. He ascended to the Bavarian throne when he was only 18 and had no experience of life or politics but was adored by women. Thanks, your posts about German castles and palaces are very informative! , Enjoyed your post. The first completed and the smallest, Linderhof Castle features some of the most eccentric features you can imagine and what some consider to be among the best of palace garden design. This was why Linderhof was built in the style of Versailles. The King's House can only be reached on foot, either from Elmau or Garmisch-Partenkirchen. King Ludwig II ruled Bavaria, Germany as King until his mysterious death in 1864. Unfortunately, like the rest of his castles, with the exception of Schloss Linderhof, the castle was never completed due to King Ludwig II’s untimely and mysterious death in 1886. Went to Neuschwanstein though and had a great day out there. As always, all opinions are my own and these products/services have been found useful during our travels and come highly recommended to you from yours truly! Funny how Ludwig II had such a facination with Versailles. The king sought the seclusion of the mountains to celebrate his birthday and his name day in the lavishly decorated Turkish Hall furnished with divans and a fountain. Linderhof Palace. They are quite special! 07 Monday Apr 2014. You are ushered through each room as quickly as possible and hardly have a chance to really enjoy the beauty of the castle. It was taken apart and removed from the Bohemian Park in which it was situated, then transported by train to Weilheim and by horse drawn carriage until it reached Linderhof, where, since the end of 1877, it has stood in the middle of the upper Bavarian alps. Unfortunately, you can’t actually go inside to look at the beautiful Peacock Throne, but instead must look through a large glass panel just inside the front door. Ludwig II spent a large part of his childhood in Hohenschwangau Castle. After doing a tour of the castle we wandered the palace gardens and climbed the staircase just opposite the castle for a view over the palace as well as the large basin in the center with a golden statue in the center which shoots water into the air periodically. Ludwig II selected a unique setting with a view of the Zugspitzmassif for a mountain lodge. The perfect insight into the life of Bavaria’s Fairytale King: Schloss Linderhof (Linderhof Palace) was Ludwig II’s favourite and the place where he spent most of his time. Linderhof -- King Ludwig's private Idaho near Oberammergau, a place where King Ludwig could be alone. Guten Tag! What a stunning setting. In 1867, Ludwig traveled to Paris for a peek at Versailles. King Ludwig II deeply admired Richard Wagner‘s writings and plays. The wooden building with its rather modest exterior conceals a hall on the upper floor furnished with Oriental splendour. Since I have friends that live in south Germany, I may have to make a point of visiting them and this castle in one go. :) wow what a castle! Ludwig father had already established a hunting lodge in Graswang Valley near the Ettal Monastery but Ludwig II want to build his own luxurious Linderhof Castle. He enjoyed sleigh rides in one of his many elaborate sleighs which had been designed with the newest technology which can be seen at Schloss Nymphenburg in Munich, where he was born. Ya but even though it takes 10 minutes it’s totally worth going in! Now, people like myself, flock to his mystical fairy tale castles and step back in time to try to understand this very eccentric King’s life. You can try your hand at solving the mystery here. King Ludwig's favourite castle. It’d be a shame to miss it! I can’t even imagine exploring a castle in heels. Linderhof was my favourite of King Ludwig II’s castles and palaces. Who doesn’t love food?? But fear not! The royal apartments are more intimate by comparison with these two staterooms. Every morning the King woke up to this beautiful view of the Neptune fountain and the Music Pavilion at the top of the hill. The Singers' Hall, modelled on the Wartburg near Eisenach, is decorated with scenes from the legends of Parzival and the the Holy Grail. I thought the grotto was huge from the photos, but you say it only takes 10min to tour and I was ‘Oh, anti-climax’… But the lightings are pretty cool. (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({}); King Ludwig II had a very extravagant taste in style and loved gold artwork throughout his castles. You will no doubt recognize one of his greatest and unfinished accomplishments as the Disney castle but is properly known as Neuschwanstein Castle. Further information about the sights on Herrenchiemsee Island you can find on www.herrenchiemsee.de, © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung, Imprint | Privacy policy | Help | Site map, Further information about the King's House on Schachen you can find on, Further information about Neuschwanstein Castle you can find on, Further information about the sights on Herrenchiemsee Island you can find on, © Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung, Imprint. The guided tours are offered in both English and in German. Thanks for linking up with #citytripping, Probably another tourist tactic to prevent people from having the time to sneak some pictures. In addition Ludwig bought a Moorish style newsstand from the filed King of Railways, Strousberg. Linderhof Castle, King Ludwig II, and Michael Jackson. Haha! We were in this area during Easter, but it was foggy and snowing. King Ludwig II had a very extravagant taste in style and loved gold artwork throughout his castles. Looking back in 1873, he described it thus: "I became king much too early. The only way to see the inside the Grotto is with a guided tour, purchased with your ticket which allows you to see everything on the palace grounds. Benedictine Abbey – Monastery – Royal Palace: When Ludwig II acquired Herrenchiemsee Island in 1873 he had rooms in the monastery building later known as the Old Palace converted for his private use, and some of these have now been reopened to the public. Later he built Neuschwanstein, probably the most famous of his constructions, close by in a highly dramatic location on a cliff above the Pöllat Gorge. Construction plans were created in 1869 and palace was built in years 1874 - 1878. The homiest of Ludwig's castles is the small and comfortably exquisite Linderhof, set in the woods 15 minutes from Oberammergau, the Shirley Temple of Bavarian villages (a 45-minute drive from Hohenschwangau). Beautiful photos!!! Thanks for the tour. It is the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one which he lived to see completed. Ludwig II selected a unique setting with a view of the Zugspitzmassif for a mountain lodge. The King Ludwig II Museum has exhibits documenting the life and work of the king. Surrounded by fountains and sculpted, Italian-style gardens, it's the only place I've toured that actually had me feeling palace envy. Capture the grandeur of these castles and the picturesque mountain scenery of Bavaria in one magical day. Hi there! The King’s Bedroom resembled the bedroom of the King in the Palace of Versailles with a banister in front of the bed. This is going on my Germany pinterest board! Movies & TV Shows About King Ludwig II of Bavaria: Ludwig II. If you click on one and make a purchase, I might make a little extra spending money, at no extra cost to you. The interior is based on German chivalric legends and the operas of Richard Wagner. 1878 saw the completion of King Ludwig’s Linderhof Palace. I wish it had been fall when we went as I have always wanted to talk through one during the changing of the seasons. +49 (0)882292030. sgvlinderhof@bsv.bayern.de. Schloss Linderhof was the only palace that “Mad” King Ludwig II lived to see to be completed and had the chance to live in for eight years! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. The most iconic of all King Ludwig’s Castles, this fanciful cliff-top refuge was a true masterpiece of architectural design and went on to inspire Walt Disney’s Cinderella castle. You shouldn’t make the same mistake. Further information about the King's House on Schachen you can find on www.schloesser.bayern.de. Linderhof Palace and Park. I’ve been to Neuschwanstein but didn’t know about this one. He was 40 years old. If a picnic isn’t your thing then there is a restaurant at the entrance to the grounds. The foundation stone of Ludwig’s dream escape was laid on 5th September 1869 with the Gateway Building completed in … (The picture on the left is the view from the bedroom and the picture on the right is from the top, at the Music Pavilion looking down.). I’ve been to Neuschwanstein and the other castle near it, but this looks far more lavish. What an interesting read! We’d have to leave until my son is older and able to listen to a guided tour properly, but I have Bavaria on my ‘to do’ list #MondayEscapes. Located not far from the small town of Oberammergau down in the Bavarian Alps and an easy day trip from Munich, the castle is only accessible with a guided tour for €8.50 per adult. Hohenschwangau -- An older castle across from Neuschwanstein where Ludwig's royal ancestry lived. It was really worth going inside Linderhof. Like other of King Ludwig's castles (Neuschwanstein), the Linderhof palace interior required guided tours, and the tour times were assigned -- generally visitors could not pick and choose their time. The interior of the palace is jaw-dropping! ‼️What is it that you love sooooo much abo, Y’all, I can’t even begin to describe how sad, Food! If you have visited either of these castles, you might have left feeling a bit unsatisfied as both castles were not completed by the time of King Ludwig II’s untimely death in 1886. This trip from Munich shows you both of these extraordinary castles, the legacy of Bavaria's fairy-tale king. It is built in the 18th century Rococo style and is reminiscent of the Petit Trianon in Versailles. #MondayEscapes. Linderhof Palace is open from 9:00 – 6:00 pm April – October 15th. And breathtaking! My favorite season, Regensburg is already tinged with the ear. In fact, certain statues and two pavilions at the Linderhof Palace … We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Yaaaaay you made it!! All but one of his fairy tale structures went unfinished at the time of his death. The inside is stunningly designed in Rococo stucco work with a massive dome with pale yellow frescoes. It takes only about 10 minutes to see the entire grotto, which is partially under refurbishment. There are many stunning castles and palaces throughout Bavaria, with the most popular all built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria. From 1875 onward he only slept during the day and lived at night. Germany really has some stunning castles! Linderhof Castle, or palace as it is officially known, is the only castle that eccentric King Ludwig II finished before he died a mysterious death. Here are more of his castles and some history about him – https://caliglobetrotter.wordpress.com/2016/05/05/the-romantic-castles-of-king-ludwig-ii-of-bavaria/. King Ludwig II Castles: Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. The “Mad King” Ludwig II of Bavaria ordered the construction of three palaces, but he only lived to see one. Linderhof is the only completed castle and Ludwig frequently spent 7 to 10 day periods here. Thanks for sharing! But no photography?! Ludwig was born back in 1845. Leave a reply. Ludwig was quite an interesting character and he surely had a taste for castles. Unfortunately with the glass, its hard to get a great picture and the Peacock Throne was actually missing and currently undergoing restoration and will be returned in 2016. Above the doors to the left and right are paintings depicting daily life at the Palace of Versailles. 8 bloggers like this on caliglobetrotter.wordpress.com! As the castle is the smallest of all King Ludwig II’s castles, it takes a minimum of 25 minutes or less for an entire tour through the castle. A shame you were slightly rushed around- although I bet people would spend hours gazing at the detail otherwise! I would have loved to have visited here when we were in Munich in April but we just didn’t have the time. “Mad” King Ludwig II of Bavaria was found dead in Lake Starnberg on June 13, 1886. Otherwise, he surrounded himself with beauty and therefore created a fantasy world around him in which he could escape. Schloss Linderhof is no different and every room is designed in beautiful French style with golden Rococo artwork. It was a privilege to get to dress the King/Queen. Neuschwanstein Castle. Neuschwanstein -- The Famous 'Cinderella's Castle' that inspired Walt Disney's famous Magic Kingdom. Other languages are handed a folder with a language guide to follow along. The funny thing about the tour was that the guide kept referring to King Ludwig II as “Our King” as if he was still alive and as if there was still a King of Bavaria. I try to encourage people to want to come to Germany haha it’s so beautiful here, The gardens and the grotto are lovely. This important chapter of German history is documented in the museum together with the history of the monastery. The village of Ettal has a beautiful Benedictine monastery home to about 50 monks which was founded by Emperor Ludwig IV of Bavaria in 1330. Yesterday we visited Linderhof Castle in the Barvarian area of Germany. AMAZING PHOTOS! #citytripping. Linderhof is the only palace King Ludwig II lived to see completed. Inside, there is also a rock dedicated to the Loreley below the blue light, so I was excited about this! King Ludwig II began to spend more and more time in the mountains and less time in Munich. I bought the best bottle of Almond Schanpps just across the street at one of the souvenir gift shops! Your tips are super useful. This is my travel Bible! Therefore he built a small cabin which inside resembled one of his plays. The geometrically designed French gardens with their famous fountains represent only a part of what was originally planned but never completed, and palace and gardens are surrounded by a naturally landscaped park with old trees. The castle tour is pretty reasonably priced. In a magnificent garden setting, Linderhof is sometimes missed by tourists rushing past to its big brother, Neuschwanstein Castle, down the road. King Ludwig’s greatest passions and his real interests were in art, music, and architecture. California Globetrotter is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Plan route. Linderhof was the smallest of the three palaces built between 1863 and 1886, by Ludwig II and was the only palace that he saw completed. The Mirror Gallery, almost 100 metres long, was lit by over 1,800 candles. and it has a grotto:) #city tripping. This looks beautiful – thanks for sharing #citytripping, cute dress! Ludwig II spent a large part of his childhood in Hohenschwangau Castle. This castle is small but it's stunning, I loved it!! The English translation for this word should be "palace", if someone of nobility lived there. This castle was built by the King Ludwig II who served at King of Bavaria from 1864-1886. How I wish I could be a King, waking up to the sights Neptune fountain and the Music Pavilion every morning. Castle Hohenschwangau was the summer residence from the family Wittelsbach. The State Bedroom with its 3 x 2.60-metre bed was even more luxurious than its French model. (2012), Ludwig II (1972). Official website of Linderhof Palace and Park. All of King Ludwig’s Castles (Neuschwanstein, Linderhof and Herrnchiemsee) don’t allow photography . If you’re interested in visiting Germany and are looking for more information, I highly recommend using the DK Eyewitness Travel Guide! Linderhof Palace. Definitely worth the visit!! Although when Ludwig II died in 1886 building was still in progress, the costs of this huge complex were already higher than those of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof put together. The project was called"Meicost Ettal" an anagram for the French King Louis XIV's famous words L'etat c'est moi - " I am the State ". Photograph of ‘Mad’ King Ludwig II of Bavaria. … - Skip the line service - You definitely should! Ludwig at Linderhof. It was never used. The interior is based on German chivalric legends and the operas of Richard Wagner. It’s also a pity that you are whisked through it on the guided tour and aren’t allowed to properly appreciate the interior. Don’t wear high heels of any kind unless you can handle small pebbles getting in your shoes and can handle doing a lot of walking up and down hills with unsteady, unpaved walkways. Schloß Linderhof bei Ettal Abtei (Linderhof Palace near Ettal Abbey) The German word "Schloß" means castle, as in palace. Not So Happily Ever After: The Life of King Ludwig II, https://caliglobetrotter.wordpress.com/2016/05/05/the-romantic-castles-of-king-ludwig-ii-of-bavaria/. He was 40 years old. Linderhof Palace (German: Schloss Linderhof) is a Schloss in Germany, in southwest Bavaria near the village of Ettal. Experience the magical Füssen King Ludwig's Palaces in a royal country: The unique countryside around Füssen has fascinated rulers and kings throughout the centuries. Every room was stunning from the entrance of the palace which has a large golden ceiling fresco dedicated to the Sun King of France to the Throne Room, the King’s Bedroom as well as his dining room which had a mechanical dinner table that could be lowered to the kitchens below and raised again so that they King could eat in solitude without being disturbed. How beautiful- I’ve been to Neuschwanstein but hadn’t come across this. If you want to learn more about “Mad” King Ludwig II of Bavaria, then I highly suggest reading one of the Royal Novels to read before coming to Europe, Not So Happily Ever After: The Life of King Ludwig II! Tours began every five We were driving to Linderhof along the very scenic route :-) That palace was built by Ludwig II of Bavaria in neo-baroque style. Ludwig II and his castles King's House on Schachen. You might know his most romantic and popular castle, Schloss Neuschwanstein perched high up on a hill in Schwangau or the palace he built on Chiemsee which is dedicated to his idol, King Louis XV of France, a smaller replica of the Palace of Versailles called Schloss Herrenchiemsee. He has another castle called Schloss Herrnchiemsee which is also beautiful – https://caliglobetrotter.wordpress.com/2016/05/05/the-romantic-castles-of-king-ludwig-ii-of-bavaria/. After 17 years of construction, only 14 of the 360 rooms were completed. Considering King Ludwig II was a big fan of King Louis XIV of France, Linderhof certainly reminded me of some of the French Chateaux I’ve seen over the years. Unfortunately, there is no photography allowed inside the castle, like all his other castles. His father, King Maximilian II, owned a hunting lodge there in “Linderhof”. The monastery also produces its own fruit liqueurs, flavored brandies and beer! In 1948 the Constitutional Convention of Prime Ministers met here to prepare the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Germany. The design … In the solitude of the mountains, King Ludwig II built two of his dream castles: Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof. Come along with me as I uncover hidden gems! Without these guides, I would be lost! Linderhof Palace can be reached by taking a train from Munich, to the nearby village of Ettal. “King Ludwig II of Bavaria,” Ferdinand Piloty, 1865, Public Domain. Ludwig at Linderhof. As you walk back down to the castle and to head to the car, you will walk down to the left or right of the castle through a romantic Love Tunnel covered in ivory leaves. By the age of 18, after the death of his Father, the Prince became King Ludwig II. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Yes, his castles are absolutely stunning! Sounds like a fun travel/visit friends excuse! Notably, one of his first acts in reign was to summon Richard Wagner to his court. They really have preserved them so well haven’t they? It is said that perhaps the King was insane as he used to talk to imaginary people such as King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette while eating dinner. And it seems to me that you loved it <3 In addition to Schwangau, familiar to Ludwig from his childhood experiences, it was particularly Graswang Valley that he had come to know as Crown Prince from his many excursions from Hohenschwangau. “Mad” King Ludwig II of Bavaria was found dead in Lake Starnberg on June 13, 1886. Schloss Linderhof also has a room which has Hall of Mirrors which when standing between two mirrors opposite each other, make the room seem endless with the chandelier reflecting in the middle. fountains and temples obverse to it (shown in the second photograph), were just the starting point. But I’ll settle for summer! In France, it is custom to receive nobility in the morning and in the evening in the bedroom rather than in the Throne Room so this was one of the biggest rooms in the castle. Before walking towards the romantic Venus Grotto we walked down to the Hundinghütte which was a good 15 minute walk. Initially, Ludwig envisioned here a large Byzantine palace, surrounded by a recreation of the magnificent park and gardens of Versailles. That’s so SAD!! Ludwig II spent a large part of his childhood in Hohenschwangau Castle. Also worth visiting is the art gallery with works by Julius Exter (1863-1939) and the gallery of Chiemsee artists. Your email address will not be published. King Ludwig II of Bawaria used to live in Linderhof most of the time. Linderhof is also the only building project that King Ludwig II … Linderhof Palace, Ludwig's Petit Trianon. Linderhof Palace is a miniature Versailles in the foothills of the Alps in the German Bavaria. Wow I absolutely love castles and this one looks amazing. Then hop on a bus which takes you directly to the palace. The Grotto was strictly built to row the King around in a small golden swan boat to the first act of Richard Wagner’s Tannhäuser. Close up of Linderhof and Atlas holding up the globe on the palace roof In my opinion, the interior was much better than at Neuschwanstein, I thought Neuschwanstein was dark and gloomy inside, but Linderhof was bright and colourful. You can see in the background that the palace is surrounded by endless mountains. Anyway…we did not not have time to make it to Linderhof……….your pics are truly beautiful….you have inspired me to make another trip there ASAP! Proof of this is the more than 60 preserved castles, castle ruins and palaces. I loved getting to read about this castle. King Ludwig II built two of his dream castles, Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, hidden away in the Bavarian mountains. 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