Germany, Austria, and Switzerland 4 of 49 photos   Neuschwanstein Castle 1   Location: Füssen, Germany Format: 6x6 Transp © Ronald C Saari   Buy A Print Request Licensing Email This Photo View "Germany, Austria, and Switzerland" gallery Home   This is Mad King Ludwig's magnificent and famous "fairy-tale" castle. Built between 1869 and 1886 in mock-medieval style it served as Disney's inspiration for the Cinderella Castle in his theme park's.