Our fifth and final look at Bavaria focuses just west of Garmisch.
Linderhof Palace
One of King Ludwig II's creations, this is a beautiful palace in a beautiful location. Definitely worth an afternoon.
Hohenschwangau Castle
A nineteenth century creation, Hohenschwangau was summer home for Ludwig's parents; as such, he spent a lot of time there as a boy, and as an adult, he'd stay here to oversee construction of Neu Schwanstein (just a half mile away).
Marienbrucke
A neat little bridge straddling the hills opposite Neu Schwanstein, offering phenomenal views of the area.
Neu Schwanstein Castle
Perhaps the most-photographed castle in Germany (or anywhere), Neu Schwanstein was another King Ludwig II special. Certainly imposing and romantic, I was nonetheless disappointed to realize it was entirely for show (it was constructed well after the age of fortification) and it's unfinished on the inside (Ludwig ran out of money). Still, it's worth a stop.
Wieskirche
The exterior betrays nothing of the visual grandeur inside the Wieskirche, just up the road from Neu Schwanstein.
Conclusion
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