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Visiting the Neuschwanstein – the Dream Castle of a Mad King

Last Modified: June 18, 2024 //  by Anda //  52 Comments

High up above the village of Hohenschwanau, the elegant silhouette of Neuschwanstein Castle rises gracefully from the mist of the Bavarian woods. A symbol of extravagant taste and refined sophistication. The dream palace of Ludwig II of Bavaria – the so-called ‘Mad King‘ who built it. Visiting the Neuschwanstein Castle was one of my favorite day trips from …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, GermanyTag: Castles and Fortresses

Neustadt Dresden

12 Particularly Interesting Things to Do in Dresden, Germany

Last Modified: July 19, 2023 //  by Anda //  43 Comments

Dresden is one of the most amazing European cities, totally worth adding to your Europe bucket list! When it comes to tourist attractions, Dresden has much to boast about. From fabulous museums, art galleries, and churches to chic cafés and restaurants and a great array of cultural events, there is a great deal of things …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, GermanyTag: Dresden

View of Bastei Rocks

How to Visit Bastei Bridge and Rocks From Dresden

Last Modified: July 6, 2023 //  by Anda //  25 Comments

One of the many reasons I love to visit Dresden is the city’s proximity to the beautiful region of the Saxon Switzerland. Just about 50 km away from Dresden is one of Germany’s most popular attractions: the Bastei Rocks & Bridge. A day trip to Bastei Rocks will put you right in the middle of …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, GermanyTag: Dresden

The Singing Drain Pipes of Kunsthofpassage – Dresden’s Best Kept Secret

Last Modified: January 29, 2023 //  by Anda //  69 Comments

Have you ever heard of the Kunsthofpassage in Dresden? If you haven’t, don’t feel bad. It’s probably one of Dresden’s best kept secrets, but in this post I’ll tell you all you need to know about it. A few years ago, as I was making plans for our trip to Germany, I stumbled upon a …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, GermanyTag: Dresden, Unique Places Around the World

Visiting the Hohenschwangau Castle in Germany

Last Modified: August 23, 2023 //  by Anda //  28 Comments

If it wasn’t for the glorious and world renowned Neuschwanstein  just a stone-throw away, the Hohenschwangau Castle might have never achieved its fame. Schloss Hohenschwangau, as the Germans call it, is best known as the childhood home of King Ludwig II of Bavaria. The castle was built by King Maximilian II, Ludwig’s father, on the ruins of the Fortress Schwanstein.

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, GermanyTag: Castles and Fortresses

Schloss Charlottenburg – A Night at the King’s Palace

Last Modified: July 29, 2024 //  by Anda //  13 Comments

Were you ever invited at the Prussian King’s court? Well, we have. It happened while we were in Germany, visiting Berlin. Our visit at Schloss Charlottenburg, the summer residence of the Prussian kings, started with a tour of the Palace. It was one of our best day trips from Berlin. And then, we were invited …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, GermanyTag: Castles and Fortresses

Königstein - The Fortress of the Saxon Switzerland

Königstein Castle – the Fortress of the Saxon Switzerland

Last Modified: November 14, 2024 //  by Anda //  16 Comments

Just 10 km away from the Bastei Rocks you will find the Königstein Castle, Germany’s largest fortification. Rising 240 meters above the river, the 24 acres rock plateau on which the fortress sits offers some of the most amazing views the Elbe Valley and the villages around.  A Brief History of Königstein Castle Königstein Castle (Festung Konigstein, in …

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Category: DESTINATIONS, Europe, GermanyTag: Castles and Fortresses

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