Bavarian Landmarks Welcome Record-Breaking 5 Million Visitors in 2024

Schloss Neuschwanstein leads with over a million visitors, as Bavarian attractions see an 11% increase in attendance compared to 2023.

More than five million people visited sites managed by the Bavarian Palace Administration in 2024, marking an 11% rise from the previous year.
Schloss Neuschwanstein in Schwangau was the most popular attraction, drawing over one million visitors, up from approximately 850,000 in 2023.
Other landmarks, including the Walhalla in Donaustauf, Schloss Nymphenburg, and the Munich Residenz, reported their highest visitor numbers ever recorded.
The Bavarian Palace Administration oversees various cultural landmarks, including castles, gardens, and lakes across the region.
Looking ahead, the Venus Grotto is expected to reopen in mid-2025 following extensive restoration, while new renovations are set to begin at Munich's Feldherrnhalle.