🏰 The Palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria: Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, Schachen and Herrenchiemsee
UNESCO World Heritage ensemble of 19th-century royal residences in Bavaria
📌 Fast Facts
- Location: Southern Bavaria, Germany
- Built: 1869–1886 by King Ludwig II
- Style: Romanesque Revival, French Baroque, historicist
- UNESCO inscription: 1986
The Palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria comprise four distinct royal residences in southern Bavaria that represent one of Europe's most significant ensembles of 19th-century architectural fantasy. Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, Schachen, and Herrenchiemsee were constructed between 1869 and 1886 and collectively embody the romantic vision of Bavaria's most visionary monarch. The palaces were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986. As of 2026, all four palaces remain open to the public ...