Bavarian Alps Half Day Tour
Join our half-day tour from Füssen to King Ludwig´s spectacular Linderhof Castle and gardens. Along the way, we will also visit the pilgrimage Church of Wies (Wieskirche) and have time for shopping or/and maybe lunch in the world famous Passion Play village Oberammergau.
Our trip from Füssen departs at from the Train Station at 12:15, also collecting guests in Hohenschwangau at 12:30 .
Our first stop is the Wieskirche (Pilgrimage Church), situated in a picturesque alpine valley near the town of Steingaden. Here you will see one of the best examples of colorful Bavarian Rococo by the architect Dominikus Zimmermann and learn the interesting history of the Wies Church.
Next, we will visit the town of Oberammergau. Famous for its Passion Play which takes place every 10 years and its history of woodcarving going back to the Middle Ages. Oberammergau also has a great selection of local restaurants and shops.
Afterward, we will arrive at Linderhof Palace. Where the King Ludwig II lived here for many years and it is also the only castle of his that was completed. King Ludwig II was inspired by the Versailles and tried to replicate a much smaller version of Versailles Palace with Linderhof Palace.
After our visit to Linderhof Palace, we drive back to Füssen.
Highlights
• Visit the beautiful Linderhof Palace with its majestic gardens and fountain
• Wallow in the beauty of the Bavarian Rococo Church of the Wies (Wieskirche)
• Enjoy shopping and explore the town of Oberammergau, famous for its skilled woodcarvers and Passion Play and more
• Travel with a comfortable air conditioned bus with a professional tour guide
What is included:
• Travel in an air-conditioned, luxury bus with local tour guide (English speaking)
• Admission Fees for the tour inside Linderhof Palace
What is not included:
Duration:
Departure Point*:
1. Füssen: Train Station Füssen in the International Ticket & Travel Center at 12:00
2. Hohenschwangau: P3 (Alpseestrasse 5, 87645 Schwangau) at 12:15
* Please, chose the departure point during the reservation process.
Additional information:
• Please arrive at your chosen Meeting Point at least 15 minutes before departure
• The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic condition
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level