In the last years of his life, Bavarian king Ludwig II (1845 – 1886) devotes himself to ambitious architectural projects, which strain the state coffers to the extreme. The monarch, who is ...

"Mad" King Ludwig led a forbidden double life. He entertained a succession of gay lovers and spent millions on fairytale castles and lavish works of art. Living in his own enchanted dream world ...

Around the castle grounds, visitors can also: Rest and fortify themselves in the café on the second floor Experience a multimedia show on King Ludwig II and his castles Stock up on souvenirs of ...