Linderhof Palace at a glance
Linderhof lies in the Graswang valley near Ettal in Upper Bavaria. It is a palace of King Ludwig II with a large park. It has been open to visitors since 1 August 1886 and welcomes about 350,000 people a year.
Linderhof is one of four components of the UNESCO World Heritage Site "The Palaces of King Ludwig II of Bavaria", listed in July 2025. The component covers 57 hectares, which includes the park. Learn more about the others on the page about King Ludwig's castles.
Linderhof ticket prices 2026
Prices in euros for adults and reduced rates. Children and young people up to 18 are free.
| Ticket | Adult | Reduced | When |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palace | €11 | €10 | All year |
| Venus Grotto | €9 | €8 | Summer only |
| Palace and Venus Grotto | €18 | €16 | Summer only |
| Royal Lodge exhibition (Königshäuschen) | €2 | €1 | Paid at its own cash desk |
| Moorish Kiosk | – | – | Closed, see below |
| Moroccan House, Hunding's Hut, Gurnemanz's Hermitage | Free | – | Summer only, no ticket needed |
You buy tickets at the palace ticket office. Part of the quota is also sold online. Tickets are not refundable and cannot be exchanged. Visitors with the 14-day ticket of the Bavarian Palace Administration (€40 in 2026) can use it here.
Summer and winter hours
The season changes what you can see. In 2026 the winter season began on 16 October.
Summer: 15 April to 15 October
The palace is open daily from 9 am to 6 pm, and tickets are sold from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm. The Venus Grotto and all park buildings are open. The fountain plays on every half hour from 9 am to 6 pm.
Winter: 16 October to 14 April
The palace is open daily from 10 am to 4:30 pm, and the ticket office closes at 4 pm. The Venus Grotto and all park buildings except the Royal Lodge are closed, and the water features are switched off.
Closing days
The palace is closed on 1 January, Shrove Tuesday (9 February 2027) and 24, 25 and 31 December.
Next season
The 2027 summer season begins on 15 April 2027. Until then the grotto stays closed.
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Linderhof is usually combined with Neuschwanstein on tours from Munich.
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Neuschwanstein and Linderhof with tickets, small group
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Inside the palace and the grotto
Both sights are only open on guided tours in German or English.
The palace tour takes about 25 minutes. Up to 40 people go in together, and groups start every 5 to 10 minutes.
The Venus Grotto reopened to visitors on 11 April 2025, with an official ceremony on 30 April 2025. The restoration began in August 2015 on the outside, and the interior followed from 2017. It cost around €58.9 million and took roughly 500,000 working hours. The grotto tour takes about 15 minutes for up to 50 people, with a start every 20 minutes. It is wheelchair accessible.
The grotto lies at 990 metres above sea level, about 50 metres higher than the palace. The paths have gradients of up to 20 percent.
The Moorish Kiosk is under scaffolding
Plan around it. It cannot be visited from outside or inside.
Status
The Moorish Kiosk is being restored and is covered in scaffolding. The palace administration aims to reopen it at the start of the 2028 season.
Cost
In April 2026 the Bavarian Palace Administration announced a restoration of up to €16.6 million.
What you can still see
The Moroccan House, Hunding's Hut and Gurnemanz's Hermitage are free in summer and closed in winter. The Royal Lodge exhibition is open all year at its own price.
How to get to Linderhof
There is no train to the door, so plan the last stretch.
By car
The official route is the A 95 and B 2 to Oberau, then the B 23 towards Ettal. After Ettal turn left onto the St 2060 into the Graswang valley. There are 550 paid car parking spaces and 14 coach spaces. The parking fee is not published on the official site.
By public transport
Take the train to Oberammergau, then the bus to Linderhof. The official site names bus 9622, but another tourism site lists a different number, so check the current route before you go. Bus 9624 runs from Oberau and Reutte.
Rail closure
The line between Murnau and Oberammergau is closed until further notice, with replacement buses. Check the timetable on the day.
From Neuschwanstein
Combined day tours from Munich take about 10 to 10.5 hours, according to providers. Check whether the Neuschwanstein entry ticket and time slot are included.
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Linderhof Palace: frequently asked questions
How much is a ticket for Linderhof?
In 2026 the palace costs €11 for adults and €10 reduced. The Venus Grotto costs €9 and €8, and the combined ticket costs €18 and €16. The grotto and the combined ticket are sold in summer only.
Is the Venus Grotto open in winter?
No. It reopened on 11 April 2025 and is open in summer only. In winter, the grotto and all park buildings except the Royal Lodge are closed.
Can I visit the Moorish Kiosk?
No. It is being restored and covered in scaffolding. Reopening is planned for the start of the 2028 season.
How long does a visit take?
The palace tour takes about 25 minutes and the grotto tour about 15. Allow half a day with the park and the walk to the grotto.
Is Linderhof free for children?
Yes. Children and young people up to 18 do not pay for the palace or the grotto.