The Fairytale Castles of King Ludwig II

Dan Cruickshank explores the aesthetic and life of Ludwig II of Bavaria, tracing the inspiration behind his extraordinary architectural schemes in three of Germany's most iconic castles: Neuschwanstein, Linderhof, and Herrenchiemnee. The documentary delves into the mock-medievalism of Neuschwanstein and the rich Baroque splendor of Herrenchiemsee. Dan Cruickshank presents himself as Himself, a presenter exploring the eternal enigma of Ludwig II.