Garmisch is an excellent jumping off point for a lot of fun adventures. One of them is visiting some of Germany's most famous castles. King Ludwig ll and his father both had castles built in this area of Fussen. It is only about 1 1/2 hours from our lodge, so we decided to go visit.
King Maximillian's , Ludwig's father, castle
Houwanschwangau (botched the spelling I think)
We didn't tour this castle, we figured we would have ample time to see it. Most of those that come visit us will want to see these castles, so we left something new to be discovered.
It is about a 20 minute walk all up hill to the castle from the village. It is not so bad, but how can resist the ambiance of riding in a horse drawn carriage up to a fantastical castle. We couldn't resist the imagery, so off we went in our carriage.
Saying "thank you" to the two lovely ladies who pulled us up the hill.
I am trying to be better about posting pictures of me, but I am usually the one taking pictures, so I just don't have that many. The ones I do have aren't usually that flattering...however I will post them anyway. Here I am, outside the courtyard of Neuschwanstein.
We were not allowed to take pictures in most parts of the castle. This one I took in the entry way, or grand Foyer I guess. Look how ornate even this room was, all the other rooms were 10 times more ornated with gilding and painting and carving. Amazing.
King Ludwig had an obsession with swans. I guess it is one of the symbol's of this region. That is why he named his castle "Neuschwanstein" or "new swan stone". So, all through out the castle you find swans. Hannah loves swans, and this tid bit of knowledge thrilled her. We thought it cool that even in the kitchen's (one of the few rooms pictures are allowed) swans can be found. This one is a faucet.
This bridge spans a gorge that is across from the Castle. It is so high up, I didn't think I could make it out there. We were told it was not for the faint hearted. However, it is supposed to give you an amazing view and picture opt of the castles. Next time I think I want to try to brave this bridge!
Since we rode up to the castle, we decided to walk down. It worked out amazingly well, and I would highly recommend it. I liked this picture of Matt with all his Princesses in front of a castle.
I took this one of Cora while we down in the village shopping after our tour. It looks so casual, her playing in on a curb waiting for us to finish...but wait, there is an amazing view above!
It was a fun day. I never tire of seeing or touring castles. Such an amazing time in our world history!
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Looks fun. I've actually toured that castle (I won't even try to spell it) on one of my trips to Germany. Definitely incredible. I keep looking forward to all your adventures!
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