Neuschwanstein Castle is known as the "Fairy Tale Castle" in Germany. It was the inspiration for Disney World's Cinderella Castle. This is the view seen from the "Marienbrucke," named after Queen Mary, a Princess of Prussia and mother of King Ludwig II.

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This is the entrance of Neuschwanstein Castle.

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The courtyard as seen through a window from inside the castle.

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One of the statues on a landing of over 100 steps.

Absolutely modern for that time, there were, besides hot and cold water, a grill and automatic turning spits for game and poultry. The smoke of the big stove in the middle was led underfloor. The escaping heat from the stove to the chimney also warmed the dishes in the plate-warmer. The kitchen was in full-working order for only two years.

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The back view of Neuschwanstein.

To see a view of the castle from the front, click here.

Some of the many mountains surrounding the town and castles.

A beautiful view of Hohenschwangau Castle, the Alpsee Lake and the town of Schwangau, as seen from Neuschwanstein.

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My friend and I on the Marienbrucke Bridge.