| Dear partners of the Bavarian Palaces, Gardens and Lakes, |
the warm spring days are perfect for exploring nature and discovering new places.
With the following selection from our gardens and parks, we’re introducing you to a number of tourist destinations that combine nature and culture in a unique way.
You’ll find out more about our sights in the vicinity of the River Danube and the River Altmühl, from the imposing Walhalla and the impressive Hall of Liberation at Kelheim to the historical monuments of Prunn Castle and Rosenburg.
The world’s longest castle in Burghausen is a special excursion tip with its fascinating architecture and history.
A further highlight is the King’s House on Schachen, where the myth of the fairy-tale king Ludwig II comes alive in the midst of breathtaking alpine scenery.
Come with us on a journey through the cultural landscape of Bavaria,
enjoy your excursions and draw inspiration from the variety and
uniqueness of our sights!
The tourism team of the Bavarian Palace Administration |
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Tourism Newsletter
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The Bavarian Palace Administration is responsible for a total of 32 historical gardens and parks.
Our mission is to maintain and preserve them. As a result, visitors are
able to enjoy them too and in many cases they are used as places of
recreation.
The fourth and final part of our series ‘Holidays in the Green’ takes us once again to the gardens and parks in the north of Bavaria. See how easy it is to create a holiday that combines nature and culture and find out where your guests can satisfy their creature comforts. |
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With an imposing length of over a kilometre, Burghausen Castle lies between the idyllic natural setting of the Wöhrsee and the picturesque bank of the river Salzach.
Burghausen Castle
has many highlights, including the impressive main castle with its
magnificent inner courtyards, vaults and historical walls. From the
viewing platform on the roof of the palace there is a spectacular
panoramic view of the entire castle complex, the listed old town of
Burghausen and the surrounding countryside.
Groups and individual tourists will find plenty to interest them at the castle’s three museums: the House of Photography, the Municipal Museum and the state Castle Museum, and various exhibitions.
There are regular (chargeable) tours of the castle
every Saturday and Sunday at 10.30pm and 1pm. In addition we organize
exclusive tours on special subjects and tours for groups or school
classes. These will give you an even more individual experience of the
castle.
Tip: If you‘re planning a pre-Christmas excursion to Burghausen, don’t on any account miss visit the romantic Christmas market at the longest castle in the world. |
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The
region surrounding the well-known towns of Regensburg and Kehlheim is
dominated by the River Altmühl and the River Danube. As the location of several places in the care of the Bavarian Palace Administration,
it provides an exceptional all-in-one experience of nature and culture.
A combination of the sights concerned will create an unforgettable
excursion.
Explore the history of the imposing Walhalla,
one of the most important German national monuments with an impressive
132 marble busts of famous personalities. Barrier-free access to the
Walhalla is now possible from the car park.
The Hall of Liberation at Kehleim is similarly not be missed, a massive monument commemorating the victorious battles against Napoleon.
Only a few kilometres away is Prunn Castle,
a medieval castle complex that gives you a fascinating picture of
hunting, clothing, tournaments and festivals in the Middle Ages.
Last but not least, Rosenburg
near Riedenburg is particularly worth seeing with its special visitor
attraction, free-flight demonstrations with birds of prey in the castle
courtyard.
Tip: You can buy a combination ticket that admits you to the Walhalla, the Kelheim Hall of Liberation and Prunn Castle. |
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The Hermitage
is one of Bayreuth’s absolute highlights. The historical park is just
the place for anyone who wants to spend a day outdoors, but with the
opportunity to make discoveries of a cultural nature.
Our Hermitage Bayreuth image clip with its impressive (aerial) views gives you an insight into the extensive park.
Our YouTube-channel
gives you exclusive views of our palaces and castles. You are welcome
to incorporate these images in your website via the corresponding link.
Further film material can be downloaded from our website. |
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King Ludwig II made a dream come true in a positively royal location: a ‘mountain house’
at a height of 1866 metres against the backdrop of the Wetterstein
massif, far away from everyday life and his royal duties. Ludwig II
celebrated his birthday and name day here every year.
Its rather simple façade conceals numerous surprises. The living rooms
on the ground floor look more like an alpine holiday home. However, the
absolute highlight is the oriental-style Turkish Hall on the
upper floor. Here gilded, richly ornamented walls, a central fountain,
stained glass windows and many other details transform the room into a
Moorish palace hall. Such a unique feature for a high mountain setting that it could only King Ludwig II could have created it.
Tip: The King’s House can only be reached on foot (6-7 hours of ascent and descent). Experienced hikers can take the route via the Partnachklamm and Kälbersteig, while the tour via the Königsweg is less technically difficult. Just below the King’s House is the Schachenhaus, a mountain restaurant which also has overnight accommodation. |
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Our attractions have started the summer season, so the extended summer opening hours now apply again.
The prices and opening times for 2024 as well as useful documents and current information
about the palaces, castles and gardens of the Bavarian Palace
Administration can be found on our website under the heading »Tourism / Travel Trade (B2B area)«. |
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Bayerische Verwaltung der staatlichen Schlösser, Gärten und Seen
Schloss Nymphenburg, Eingang 16, 80638 München
Postal address: Postfach 20 20 63, 80020 München
Telephone +49 89 1 79 08-0, Telefax +49 89 1 79 08-154
poststelle@bsv.bayern.de
Authorized representative: Bernd Schreiber (President)
Official data protection officer: Datenschutzbeauftragter@bsv.bayern.de
VAT identification number in accordance with § 27 a German VAT Act: DE129523435
Customs/EORI number: DE4781333 |
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