Destination

Majestic cabin magic near Unterammergau

rest stop
all-season
Historically Relevant

The August-Schuster-Haus, which is also called Pürschlinghaus, is a cabin situated above Schloss Linderhof palace at a height of 1,564 metres.

Majestic cabin magic near Unterammergau

The August Schuster house, which is also called Pürschlinghaus, is situated above Schloss Linderhof palace (pictured) at a height of 1,564 metres. It previously served as a hunting cabin for the Bavarian king, Maximilian II, the father of Ludwig II, the “Fairy Tale King”. Today, its wild and romantic location makes it a very popular destination for hikers. With the exception of April and November, the cabin is in operation year-round. From Unterammergau, it is a two-hour hike to get there.

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Arrival

August-Schuster-Haus
Pürschlingweg
82497 Unterammergau

Unterammergau

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