Castle Berg

Castle Berg is a manor house beside Lake Starnberg in Bavaria with four Neo-Gothic towers and ornate stonework dating from the 19th century. The facade displays distinctive pointed arches, decorative crenellations, and turrets that give the building its striking appearance overlooking the lake.

The property was redesigned as a hunting lodge under Ferdinand Maria of Bavaria in the 1670s and later expanded over time. The current Neo-Gothic structure took shape during a major renovation project that gave it its present form in the mid-1800s.

The castle reflects 19th-century royal traditions and served as a summer retreat for Bavarian kings. Visitors can see how the ornate rooms and design choices reveal the tastes and lifestyle of that era.

The castle is typically open to visitors from April through October, with guided tours available on request in German and English. The lakeside location allows you to freely explore the exterior and gardens while enjoying different views from the water's edge.

The castle is deeply marked by a pivotal moment in Bavarian history: King Ludwig II spent his final days here before his death in the lake in 1886. A memorial cross in the water remains visible from the shore, serving as a quiet reminder of that tragic event.

Location: Berg

Architects: Eduard Riedel

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Address: Wittelsbacherstraße 29, Nähe Parkweg

GPS coordinates: 47.97000,11.35140

Latest update: December 20, 2025 00:30