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The area is popular tourist destination thanks to the beautiful countryside and unspoilt nature. Allgäu Alps with an altitude reaching more than 2000 metres above sea level are popular places for winter sports. Its highest point is Großer Krottenkopf with the hight of 2,656 metres above sea level, however, Nebelhorn is the most famous peak reaching an attidue of 2,224 metres.

Allgäu is one of the most popular tourist areas and winter resorts in Germany. For Alpine skiing lovers, there is a large selection of well groomed slopes – and it does not matter whether you are a beginner or an experienced skier with high demands. Most of the slopes are artificially cared and such they have enough snow until the end of March. After skiing you can drink in one of the cozy cottages, cafes and pubs, or lately at night in one of clubs.

You can choose from a number of skiing resorts that include Adelharz-Breitenstein Lifte, Alpsee Bergwelt, Balderschwang, Bolsterlang/Hornergruppe, Breitenberg, Buronlifte Wertach, Fellhorn – Kanzelwand, Grasgehrenlifte, Grunten, Halblech, Hornergruppe/Fischen, Hörnle, Hündle-Thalkirchdorf, Luggi-Leitner-Lifte Scheidegg, Oberjoch Bad Hindelang, Oberstdorf/ Nebelhorn, Oberstdorf/Sollereck – Hollwies, Ofterschwang, Scheidegg, Schwäbeleholz / Sonthofen, Steibis, Steibis-Hochgrat, Tegelberg, Thalerhöhe Skilifte, Weiler/Simmerberg.

In the eastern part of the Allgäu is located famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Allgäu is also known for the dairy industry. One of the best known product is Hirtenkäse – herdsman’s cheese.

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It was back in 1869 when Ludwig II commissioned the construction of Neuschwanstein Castle. The destination was to become a retreat for the royal who had only just handed over power of the area to the Prussians inspired by the Wartburg Castle and the stories of Arthur, he began construction on this beautiful castle in the German countryside.

Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany by Nite Dan

There are two amazing halls that can be found within the Neuschwanstein Castle. The largest of these two halls is known as Singers’ Hall and it is modeled after the main hall found in Wartburg Castle.

Neuschwanstein Castle also features a two-story tall throne room. With a ceiling that is more than 15 meters tall, there are two galleries that encircle the throne room on separate floors. The entire room is adorned with gold and blue decorations. Needless to say, the throne room is one of the most popular sites within the Castle.

However, the absolute most popular part within Neuschwanstein Castle is the Hall of the Holy Grail. After Ludwig lost his throne, he became infatuated with myths and legends. The Holy Grail was one of his infatuations.

Another view of Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany by Reisen aus Leidenschaft

There are just so many great places within Neuschwanstein Castle that are worth checking out and exploring. One of these such places is the grotto which can be found within the castle grounds and features its very own waterfall. And if you find yourself bored with visiting the Castle, you can always make your way to the 12th century Hohenschwangau Castle which can be found nearby. There is also an ancient Roman bath that can be found along the edges of the nearby Mount Tegelberg.

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