Schloss Ringberg, overlooking the Tegernsee in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps, is a monument commemorating the idiosyncrasy, originality, and remarkable single-mindedness of two men: Duke Luitpold in Bavaria (Herzog Luitpold in Bayern), a member of the Wittelsbach family who ruled Bavaria over 800 years, and his friend, the all-around artist, architect and interior decorator, Friedrich Attenhuber. The castle is entirely their creation, from the massive Renaissance-inspired exterior, right down to the fittings and furniture which, in every detail, were designed by Attenhuber himself and executed by native craftsmen. Attenhuber also painted every single picture hanging in the castle. He found his models in the farmhouses around the Tegernsee. The castle embodies all trends of art and styles which dominated the first half of this century, combined with local Alpine originality and the individual creative power of its constructors.

Not open to the general public, the Schloss Ringberg is a property of the Max Planck Society and used for conferences.

All images and information related to the castle taken from the Schloss Ringberg website.