Maximillian II, father of Ludwig II, discovered Hohenschwangau Castle
when he was still the Crown Prince. The vicinity in which he found it
pleased him immensely. In spite of it being in ruins, he bought the
castle and had it renovated. When the work was complete, Maximillian
used it as a hunting lodge, and for a summer palace. Ludwig II reigned
after Maximillian died in 1864. He never married, so his mother remained
at this home for the rest of her life. It is located in the village of
Hohenschwangau near the town of Füssen.
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