Fuessen

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Fuessen
Fuessen
Fuessen
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An enchanting town in Bavaria renowned for its grand castle, ancient basilica, beautiful monastery and the stunning scenery that surrounds them.

Only three miles (five kilometers) north of the Austrian border, the tiny town of Füssen is home to just 14,000 inhabitants, yet is blessed with a rich Bavarian culture and heritage. It is located on the banks of the Lech River which flows into the man-made lake, the Forggensee. Füssen is the highest town in Bavaria, at over 2,600 feet (790 meters) above sea level. In recent decades Füssen has become best known as Germany’s southern end point of the Via Claudia, or Romantic Road, part of a Roman route stretching over the Alps from Venice, linking a long series of picturesque towns and castles. The points on the route were chosen for their fine scenery and cultural attractions.

Walk through the town and you will discover the oldest fresco in Bavaria at the crypt of St. Mang Basilica, dating back to around the year 980. St. Mang’s Feast Day, on September 6, is lovingly commemorated with a Holy Mass and procession through the old town. The town also sits just below the Tegelberg ski area, which is popular not only for winter skiers but also summer hikers. Visitors take a lift to the top and enjoy the view, hiking trails and the small restaurants on the mountains.

Yet much of what makes Füssen so special is what surrounds it. Less than two miles (three kilometers) away from the town you can visit Neuschwanstein, a towering structure renowned across the world. This is famed as the fairytale home of Mad King Ludwig of Bavaria, as well as the castle flown over in the film “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.” Disney’s Sleeping Beauty castle is modeled after the Neuschwanstein. You can hike up to the castle, or take a bus to the top of its hillside location.

Take a 30-minute bus ride from Füssen in Steingaden and you’ll discover Wieskirche, a pilgrimage church and one of the world’s foremost Rococo masterpieces, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Travel a little further to the east to walk the ancient ruins of the castle Falkenstein, near Pfronten.

There's no denying Füssen deserves its coveted spot at the climax of Europe's most scenic route.

Luitpoldpark Hotel
Luitpoldpark Hotel
4 out of 5
Bahnhofstr. 1-3, Fuessen, BY
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Fuessen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Good room, without A/C, good bed and large bedroom."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Luitpoldpark Hotel
Best Western Plus Hotel Fuessen
Best Western Plus Hotel Fuessen
4 out of 5
Augsburger Str 18, Fuessen
The price is €155 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
€155
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Fuessen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (857 reviews)
"Great location to the old town"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

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Hotel Schlosskrone
Hotel Schlosskrone
4.5 out of 5
Prinzregenplatz 4, Fuessen, BY
The price is €149 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
€149
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Fuessen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"The location of this property makes it easy to walk around town to visit the many shops and restaurants. Though the room was small, it was beautiful and clean and we enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hotel Schlosskrone
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Modern high quality furnished FW in a central location in the old town of Füssen
Modern high quality furnished FW in a central location in the old town of Füssen
Füssen
Stay at this apartment in Fuessen. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Neuschwanstein Castle and Hopfensee ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Best place to date
"We were extremely pleased with this apartment. It‘s spaciousness and location made the greatest. Thanks to Volker and his wife."

Reviewed on 9 Sep 2022

Modern high quality furnished FW in a central location in the old town of Füssen
F **** comfort apartment in maisonette style, fantastic view, prime location
F **** comfort apartment in maisonette style, fantastic view, prime location
Füssen
Book a stay at this ski apartment in Fuessen. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Neuschwanstein Castle and Hopfensee ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (128 reviews)
5 days in Fuessen.
"Very nicely equipped apartment with 2 great balconies. A flight of stairs between the bedroom and bathroom was OK for us but could be a bit difficult for older/ handicapped visitors."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

F **** comfort apartment in maisonette style, fantastic view, prime location
Cozy apartment on the promenade
Cozy apartment on the promenade
Füssen
Stay at this apartment in Fuessen. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and balconies. Popular attractions Neuschwanstein Castle and Hopfensee are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Cycling heaven
"Great views to the lake and mountains with a friendly and helpful host. The apartment was clean, tidy and well equipped. We enjoyed cycling the many quiet tracks, used the bus to Fussen and train to Kempten, free with the guest card. Cable cars and castles all within easy reach."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2024

Cozy apartment on the promenade
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Verified traveller

A beautiful city. Make sure you see all of it as some parts are easily missed.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stunning location, so much or little to do as you prefer. We went paragliding with royal paragliding which was fabulous. If you plan to go to neuschwanstein castle book online in advance ,go early and do take in a visit afterwards to alpsee to swim.

4/5 - Good

RichardS

Lovely old town; nice buildings and park and surrounding area; close to famous Schloss x 2; river running through town.