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Marienbrücke

An iron footbridge over the Pöllat gorge with the famous view of Neuschwanstein and the lakes beyond.

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Open
Most of the year; closed in snow and ice
Price
Free
Time Needed
30 minutes
Address
Marienbrücke, 87645 SchwangauDirections
Getting There
A 10-minute walk from the shuttle bus stop above the castle.

Why Go

Ludwig's father had the bridge built across the gorge, 90 meters above a waterfall. It's crowded in summer and often closed in winter for snow and ice.

Nearby in Neuschwanstein Castle

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