Bavarian Castles & Ruins
Discover ten significant castles and ruins in Bavaria, showcasing royal residences like Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau, medieval fortifications such as Falkenstein and Werdenfels, and historic estates including Schloss Elmau and Schloss Roggenburg. The selection highlights diverse architectural styles, mountainous settings, and accessible ruins with heritage designations.
A Neuschwanstein Castle
Historic neo-romanesque castle known for its fairy-tale architecture and cultural significance, featuring guided tours and scenic views of the Bavarian countryside.
B Hohenschwangau Castle
Hohenschwangau Castle is a 19th-century palace in southern Germany. It was the childhood residence of King Ludwig II of Bavaria and was…
C Falkenstein Castle
Falkenstein Castle or Castrum Pfronten is the ruin of a castle in the Bavarian Alps, near Pfronten, Germany.
D Werdenfels Castle
The ruins of Werdenfels Castle stand about 80 metres above the Loisach valley between Garmisch and Farchant in the county of Garmisch…
E Burg Ellhofen
Ruined hill castle located near Weiler-Simmerberg at 760 m elevation.
F Schloss Marktoberdorf
Former princely-bishop's palace situated in Marktoberdorf, Ostallgäu district.
G Schloss Elmau
Schloss Elmau is a four-story castle and national monument with hipped roof, tower and porch, situated between Garmisch-Partenkirchen and…
H Schloss Roggenburg
Historic castle in Roggenburg, formerly the administrative seat of the Roggenburg abbey.
I Burgruine Niederhaus
Ruined Staufer-era hill castle located at 490 m elevation.
Burgruine Ringenberg
Ruined spur castle situated approximately 800 m above sea level.
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