Schloß Hohenschwangau, nestled in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps, is a 19th-century palace that carries the quiet charm of royal life before the age of grand fantasy castles. Originally built on the ruins of an older medieval fortress, it was lovingly restored by King Maximilian II, who transformed it into a romantic retreat filled with art, music, and family life. Its soft yellow façade, rounded towers, and stunning views of the Alpsee and surrounding mountains give it a warm, almost storyb