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. Linderhof VISITORS’ CHECKLIST
Practical Information
In the early 1850s, Linderhof was bought by the Bavarian King Road map D7. Schloß Linderhof.
Maximilian II. This remote mountain district had great appeal Tel (08822) 920 30. Open Apr–
to the young heir to the throne, Ludwig, later to become the 15 Oct: 9am–6pm daily; 16 Oct–
eccentric King Ludwig II. In 1874, work started on remodelling Mar: 10am–4pm daily. &
∑ schlosslinderhof.de
the existing Königshäuschen (royal cottage) in the Neo-Rococo
style. The palace is surrounded by a delightful garden,
which is dotted with romantic little buildings, including
Schwanenweiher (Swan Lake), Venusgrotte (Venus grotto)
and the Marokkanisches Haus (Moroccan house).

Tapestry Room
The walls of this room are painted
in a style that is reminiscent of
tapestry work, with depictions
of pastoral scenes.

Reception Room Dining Room
Although the palace was Designed by Christian Jank, the
intended as a private residence, dining room was completed in
King Ludwig II insisted on the 1872. It features gilded panelling
provision of a suitably ornate by Phillip Perron and stuccowork
and regal reception room. by Theobald Behler.

Mirror Hall
The design of Linderhof’s
Mirror Hall was based on
the Mirror Room of the
royal residence in
Munich (see pp220–21).
Terraces
Terraces in front of the palace are
adorned with sculptures and
include a pool with a fountain.

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