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Things to know about your visit

Current information / Coronavirus

In order to protect our staff from COVID-19, it is still mandatory to wear a FFP2 mask. Children and young people between the ages of six and 16 only need to wear a medical face mask.

Visitors without the appropriate mask must unfortunately be refused entry; this also applies if a medical certificate is presented.

Children up to their sixth birthday are exempt from the mask requirement.

A visit to Linderhof Palace is only possible as part of a guided tour.

Tickets are available at the at the cash desk of Linderhof Palace.

For groups of 15 persons or more, reservations can be made by e-mail, fax or letter. Further information can be found here

Information for people with a handicap

Here you will find some information to prepare your visit to Linderhof Palace if your mobility is restricted or if you are visually or hearing impaired.

Plan of Linderhof Palace and Park
Here you will find a plan of the Linderhof grounds.
Photography and filming

Taking pictures or filming is unfortunately not allowed in the palace, in the royal lodge and in the King's House on Schachen. Photo and film shootings are basically subject to approval and charges. Here you will find information on photography permits / film permits. Taking pictures of the outside of the buildings for private use does not require a permit.

The Linderhof Palace complex is part of the Ammergebirge Nature Reserve: the flying of model planes and drones / multicopters is therefore prohibited.

Free Wi-Fi is available in the following areas: From Linderhof Palace over the Water Parterre to the Terrace Gardens as well as in the beer garden and near the cash desk.

Bulky items

Bulky items may not be taken into the palace. Lockers are available opposite the Schlosshotel for large bags, rucksacks, photo equipment etc. A number of lockers for smaller items you can find near the toilets at the palace.

Prams and child carriers can be left at the palace entrance.

No liability can be accepted for items deposited in lockers or at the entrance.

Dogs

Dogs may only be taken into the palace if they are carried. We cannot offer supervision for animals brought along. Please keep dogs on an lead in the park.

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Bayerische Verwaltung der staatlichen Schlösser, Gärten und Seen, Thomas Aniol

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Bavarian Palace Administration | Linderhof Palace and Park | Tourist information | General information

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In order to protect our staff from COVID-19, it is still mandatory to wear a FFP2 mask. Children and young people between the ages of six and 16 only need to wear a medical face mask. Visitors without the appropriate mask must unfortunately be refused entry; this also applies if a medical certificate is presented.

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Castle Linderhof is a quaint castle that is tucked away behind the foothills of the Alps and was home to King Ludwig II. King Ludwig II was also referred to as the Swan King or the Fairytale King. King Ludwig II would often decorate his castles with swans and peacocks.

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This famous castle was designed by King Ludwig II. Many people come to visit it annually and it's the inspiration for the Disney castle.

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Current information / Coronavirus

For a visit to our sights, the 3G rule applies, i.e. all visitors must either be

(with a vaccinated against COVID-19
vaccine authorised in the EU)

or recovered from COVID-19

or PCR test (maximum 48 hours old) or rapid antigen test (maximum 24 hours old). No tests are offered in our houses. Children up to their sixth birthday, pupils who are subject to regular testing as part of their school attendance and children not yet enrolled in school tested negative.
are exempt from compulsory testing.

You will need to bring appropriate proof (written or electronic) as well as a valid ID (identity card or passport).

Visitors are required to wear FFP2 masks. Children and young people between the ages of six and 16 only need to wear a medical face mask.
Here you will find further information and FAQ.
Tickets for Neuschwanstein Castle are available online at www.hohenschwangau.de and on premise at the Ticket Center Hohenschwangau (limited capacities).

A visit to Neuschwanstein Castle is only possible as part of a guided tour. Please note that the group sizes had to be significantly reduced due to hygiene regulations.

Please take into account considerable waiting times and restrictions such as altered routes or room closures.

The multivision room and the lift are currently not available. The inner courtyard of the castle can currently only be visited as part of the castle tour.

Preserving all the features of Neuschwanstein Castle intact is an ongoing task. Therefore, restoration work and restoration investigations are currently taking place. The work is expected to last until 2024.

Nevertheless, all rooms can be seen on the castle tour.

Scaffolding has been erected in the northern area for the restoration work currently underway in the Throne Hall; the work on the wall and ceiling surfaces of the Throne Hall is expected to last until summer 2022. We ask for your understanding for the restrictions.

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Bayerische Verwaltung der staatlichen Schlösser, Gärten und Seen, Thomas Aniol

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Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung | Neuschwanstein Castle | Tourist information

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For a visit to our sights, the 3G rule applies, i.e. all visitors must either be (with a vaccinated against COVID-19 vaccine authorised in the EU) or recovered from COVID-19 or PCR test (maximum 48 hours old) or rapid antigen test (maximum 24 hours old). No tests are offered in our houses.

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Germany is a place of myths, legends, and folklore. Many familiar and famous stories we've heard from Disney, originate in Germany. Such as: Little Red Riding Hood, Cinderella, The Pied Piper of Hamelin, Sleeping Beauty, Snow White, and Rumpelstiltskin.

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Krampus was said to be a horned monster that punished naughty children instead of giving them presents.

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You can read all of the famous folklore stories in this book: The Complete Grimm's Fairytales.