Neuschwanstein Castle

Neuschwanstein Castle is a Neo-Romanesque (Romanesque Revival) castle in Schwangau, Bavaria, Germany, and a filming location for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) and The Great Escape (1963). Built in 1869, it was designed by Eduard Riedel, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is owned by Free State of Bavaria.

Location: Neuschwansteinstraße 20, Schwangau, Bavaria, Germany

Verified facts

• Located in Hohenschwangau, Schwangau
  confidence 80/100 · 7 independent sources · SRC-1697, SRC-1698, SRC-3905, SRC-1700, SRC-6302, SRC-6303, SRC-8931
• Designed by Eduard Riedel
  confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-1699, SRC-1700
• Built in 1869
  confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-1699, SRC-1700
• Architectural style: Neo-Romanesque (Romanesque Revival)
  confidence 80/100 · 6 independent sources · SRC-1698, SRC-1701, SRC-3818, SRC-6304, SRC-6305, SRC-8932
• Historic designation: UNESCO World Heritage Site
  confidence 90/100 · 4 independent sources · SRC-1702, SRC-1703, SRC-6306, SRC-6307
• Owned by Free State of Bavaria
  confidence 95/100 · 8 independent sources · SRC-1702, SRC-1698, SRC-3905, SRC-3906, SRC-6308, SRC-6302, SRC-8933, SRC-8931
• Appeared in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (movie, 1968)
  confidence 80/100 · 7 independent sources · SRC-1704, SRC-1697, SRC-6309, SRC-6310, SRC-8934, SRC-1698, SRC-9915
• Appeared in The Great Escape (movie, 1963)
  confidence 70/100 · 2 independent sources · SRC-10427, SRC-10428

Evidence & sources

• SRC-10427 — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Great_Escape_(film) (Tier 1, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-10428 — https://www.movie-locations.com/movies/g/Great-Escape.php (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1697 — Reelstreets — Chitty Chitty Bang Bang filming locations (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1698 — Neuschwanstein Castle — Wikipedia (Tier 3, encyclopedia; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1699 — Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung — Neuschwanstein, Idea and History (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1700 — Neuschwanstein Castle — Encyclopaedia Britannica (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1701 — AD Classics: Neuschwanstein Castle / Eduard Riedel — ArchDaily (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1702 — UNESCO World Heritage Centre — The Palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria (ref. 1726) (Tier 1, official_archive; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1703 — Fairytale' Neuschwanstein castle becomes UNESCO heritage site — France 24 / AFP (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-1704 — Movie-Locations.com — Chitty Chitty Bang Bang filming locations (Tier 3, portal; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3818 — britannica.com (Tier 2, journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3905 — bayern.de (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-3906 — unesco.org (Tier 3, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-5718 — Bayerische Schlösserverwaltung (Bavarian Palace Administration), official Neuschwanstein contact page (Tier 1, official; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-5719 — WhichMuseum — Neuschwanstein Castle (Schwangau) (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6302 — Castles in the World — Neuschwanstein Castle (Tier 3, travel-reference-site; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6303 — Atlas Obscura — Neuschwanstein Castle (Tier 3, travel-reference-site; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6304 — ArchitectureLab — Neuschwanstein Castle (Tier 3, web; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6305 — Patrick Damiaens (Ornamental Woodcarver) — Neuschwanstein Castle, 19th-Century eclectic Romanesque Revival Style (Tier 3, web; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6306 — Wanderlust Magazine — Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site (Tier 2, travel journalism; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6307 — ArtDependence — Neuschwanstein Castle becomes UNESCO Heritage Site (Tier 3, art/culture news; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6308 — VisitBavaria — Visiting Neuschwanstein Castle: How to Get the Most from the Experience (Tier 3, travel guide; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6309 — Giggster — Where Was Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Filmed? Complete Location Guide (Tier 3, filming-location guide; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-6310 — Global Film Locations — Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968) Film Locations (Tier 3, filming-location database; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-8931 — Romantic Road Germany (Tier 2, travel_guide; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-8932 — Castles of the World — Neuschwanstein Castle (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-8933 — Ancient History Sites — Neuschwanstein Castle (Tier 2, reference; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-8934 — Almost Ginger — Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Filming Locations (Tier 2, film_location_guide; retrieved June 2026)
• SRC-9915 — Find That Location — Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Anniversary: 50 Years of the Flying Car (Tier 2, film_location_database; retrieved June 2026)

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street address only for non-residential public landmarks (museums, commercial and civic buildings,
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Frequently asked questions

Where was Chitty Chitty Bang Bang filmed?

Neuschwanstein Castle, in Schwangau, Bavaria, is a real-world filming location used for Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. This property has also appeared on screen in The Great Escape.

Where was The Great Escape filmed?

Neuschwanstein Castle, in Schwangau, Bavaria, is a real-world filming location used for The Great Escape. This property has also appeared on screen in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

Can you visit Neuschwanstein Castle?

Yes — Neuschwanstein Castle is open to the public. Hours: Daily 9am-6pm (28 Mar-15 Oct); 10am-4pm (16 Oct-27 Mar). Closed 1 Jan, 24/25/31 Dec.. Admission: Adult EUR21; reduced EUR20; under 18 free (free ticket still required). Online booking fee ~EUR2.50..

Who designed Neuschwanstein Castle?

Neuschwanstein Castle was designed by Eduard Riedel.

Where is Neuschwanstein Castle located?

Neuschwanstein Castle is located in Schwangau, Bavaria.