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Herrenchiemsee Palace

Prien am Chiemsee, Germany

History

King Ludwig II’s copy of Versailles on an island in the Chiemsee, with a hall of mirrors even longer than the original. Boats leave from Prien-Stock; allow half a day for the crossing, walk and guided tour.

Nearest town
Prien am Chiemsee, Germany
Category
History & culture
GPS
47.8593, 12.3977
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Germany: No motorway tolls for cars. No general motorway speed limit (130 km/h advised) and no tolls for cars.

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Campsites nearby

  • Panorama Camping HarrasCampsite
    3 km from Herrenchiemsee Palace
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Wohnmobilhafen Chiemsee Bernau-FeldenMotorhome stopover
    3 km from Herrenchiemsee Palace · 50 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Campingplatz HofbauerCampsite
    4 km from Herrenchiemsee Palace
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Wohnmobilstellplatz Tenniszentrum Bernau am ChiemseeMotorhome stopover
    6 km from Herrenchiemsee Palace · 40 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Chiemsee Camping RödlgriesCampsite
    6 km from Herrenchiemsee Palace
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalNo dogsWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Wohnmobil-Stellplatz Alpen Camping Aschau im ChiemgauMotorhome stopover
    10 km from Herrenchiemsee Palace · 48 pitches
    MotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in Germany · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Herrenchiemsee Palace?

Herrenchiemsee Palace is in Prien am Chiemsee, Germany, at GPS 47.8593, 12.3977. It is about 11 km from Aschau im Chiemgau.

Can you camp near Herrenchiemsee Palace?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Schraml, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 41 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Herrenchiemsee Palace?

Herrenchiemsee Palace is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Upper Bavaria: Tegernsee, Chiemsee and the Eagle’s Nest.

What is there to see near Herrenchiemsee Palace?

Places worth a stop nearby: Wendelstein (34 km), Burghausen Castle (46 km), Hohensalzburg Fortress (49 km) and Hellbrunn Palace and trick fountains (51 km).

When is the best time to visit Herrenchiemsee Palace?

The most pleasant months are usually June–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)