Seasons
The weather at Neuschwanstein Castle is cold and temperate.
Summer months see average highs of 71F (22C) and average lows of 53F (12C).
Winter months see average highs of 38F (3C) and average lows of 24F (-4C).
Snowfall can happen between November and April. Although snow is not expected every year, you are most likely to see snowfall at Neuschwanstein Castle if you visit in February. The area sees an average of 6.8 inches of snowfall in February.
Based on the weather, the best time to visit Neuschwanstein Castle would be between May and October. These months get a good amount of sunshine, although there is always a chance of precipitation.
Your visit would be less likely to suffer from inclement weather when traveling in the summer months.
Time of Day
We recommend you avoid the hours of 12 – 3pm at Neuschwanstein Castle. These are the peak visiting times every day of the week.
Naturally Saturdays and Sundays are the busiest times to visit the castle.
There is usually a queue around the most photographed spot of Neuschwanstein Castle at Marienbrücke. On some days, it doesn’t matter how much you try to beat the crowds, there will be a queue to take photographs on the bridge.
If you would prefer to avoid the crowds, the best time to visit is first thing in the morning. Alternatively, you could hike one of the lesser hiked trails around the castle. You’re sure to get some great views from these trails.