"Ludwig II. built his Bavarian Versailles..." Schloß Herrenchiemsee by Henkster

Schloß Herrenchiemsee Travel Guide: 127 reviews and 251 photos

The beautiful gardens and palace of Herrenchiemsee

...on a beautiful island on Chiemsee

The Crazy Fairy-Tale King Ludwig II. built this copy of Versailles from 1878 - 1885 until he ran out of fonds and had to stop the constructions.

This is a magnificent Baroque Palace inspired by the French sun king.

For the exterior is an astonishing copy of Versailles. Apart from the palace interior, there is also the King Ludwig II Museum in one of the wings, which houses personal items of Ludwig's, as well as the plans for his buildings, both built and unfinished.

The grounds are magnificent as well, and being on an island, it is in an enchanting setting.

Pros and Cons

Pros:incredible palace
Cons:expensive to go inside
In a nutshell:Ludwig II.'s Bavarian copy of Versailles on an island in Chiemsee

Last visit to Schloß Herrenchiemsee: Mar 2003
Intro Updated Apr 16, 2003
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Reviews (7)

Enjoying the sun in Herrenchiemsee - Schloß Herrenchiemsee

Americans... Things to Do (5)

just dont respect culture, do they ;-P Taking a sunbath on one of the statues... more travel advice

The stunning interior - Schloß Herrenchiemsee

"Please dont take photos" Favorites (2)

...is what the tourguide will tell you, but what they really mean is "Just dont use the flash", because the camera's... more travel advice

View from the park grounds towards the palace - Schloß Herrenchiemsee

The palace grounds... Things to Do (5)

...are always impressive, but in the summer, when all the flowers, fountains and water plays are in full swing, it... more travel advice

breathtaking Royal rooms - Schloß Herrenchiemsee

Baroque architecture inside Things to Do (5)

The Royal rooms of King Ludwig II. - just have a look at this photo. No words necessary - it just takes your breath... more travel advice

Comments (26)

tessy Oct 2, 2005 at 2:24 PM Report Abuse

Taking a sunbath, great pic, this one!
Roeffie Oct 7, 2004 at 3:25 AM Report Abuse

You've been a bad boy! Taking pictures inside was prohibited! Naughty! Naughty! LOL!
JetlagCity Jul 31, 2004 at 8:47 AM Report Abuse

I had no idea there was a copy of Versailles here! It would be great to spend a leisurely day just wandering around the grounds!
ahoerner Jun 10, 2004 at 3:26 AM Report Abuse

Nice pictures... unfortunately I went there just once. But the place and the palace is one of the most beautiful in Germany. Bye, Alex
herzog63 Feb 8, 2004 at 9:50 AM Report Abuse

Amazing palace!! That staircase must be so cool to see! Wonderful page!
ExGuyParis Feb 1, 2004 at 10:23 AM Report Abuse

Amazing... I never knew there was a Versailles II !
nomorewars Jan 6, 2004 at 1:38 PM Report Abuse

Is that person on the statue you, like Pal_verde states, or is that someone else?
truus_s Dec 10, 2003 at 4:40 AM Report Abuse

WOW..Great photos..i must one day see this..I was in juli in Versailles..Thanks
pili Dec 7, 2003 at 10:15 AM Report Abuse

Beautiful page! I visited the palace two month ago. I agree with you, the staircase is the best part. Thanks for sharing.-
globetrott Oct 21, 2003 at 3:53 PM Report Abuse

Great pics ! It is a pity I was not able to see the castle inside !