Neuschwanstein Castle
Viewpoint · Germany
Ludwig II's fairy-tale castle above Hohenschwangau turns its beech-and-maple hillside gold each October, best seen from the Marienbrücke footbridge over the Pöllat Gorge, the single most photographed castle view in Germany.
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Peak: September 23–September 27
Color builds from September 15 · mostly bare by October 14
Sampled at Neuschwanstein Castle’s own coordinates and elevation (944 m) rather than a regional average.
This window comes from 84 weather points across Germany, checked against 4 published peak dates from germany.travel. This year's weather has the peak running 1 day earlier than a normal year. How the forecast works
When to go to Neuschwanstein Castle
You get about 18 days of color here, from the first turn through to roughly October 3. At 944 m, it turns before the lower ground nearby.
Figure about 89 km from Munich.
Neuschwanstein Castle on the map
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Frequently asked
- When does Neuschwanstein Castle peak in 2026?
- Peak color is predicted for September 23–September 27 (best estimate September 25). Color starts around September 15 and is mostly bare by October 14.
- How do I get to Neuschwanstein Castle?
- The closest city is Munich, about 89 km away. It's part of Germany's fall lineup.
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