The opening hours for Neuschwanstein Castle during the summer range from 9AM to 6PM, with different time slots depending on the language and whether you want a live guide or an audioguide.
In the winter, the opening hours for Neuschwanstein Castle are reduced and go from 10AM to 4PM, with the same time ranges for tours.
Neuschwanstein Castle is only closed during Christmas (the 24th and 25th of December) and on the 31st of December and 1st of January for New Year's Eve.
The best time to visit Neuschwanstein Castle is early in the morning, right when it opens, to avoid the heaviest crowds. Mornings are generally quieter, especially on weekdays outside the peak summer months of July and August.
Spring and autumn not only bring fewer visitors but also offer stunning scenery, with blooming flowers or colorful fall foliage framing the castle. Summer afternoons are the busiest, as day tours from Munich and other cities arrive, often leading to long lines and packed viewpoints.
Winter visits are less crowded and give the castle a magical, snow-dusted atmosphere, though days are shorter and colder. Sundays and public holidays tend to be busier, so planning around them can make your visit much smoother.
