The Mad King: The Story of King Ludwig II of Bavaria

Published on 07/31/2024
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The Forced Abdication

In 1886, Ludwig was officially declared insane by a panel of doctors, none of whom had ever examined him personally. This declaration paved the way for his forced abdication. The king, caught between confusion and denial, refused to accept this betrayal by those he had trusted. His removal from power was swift, and his reign came to a tragic end, setting the stage for the final chapter of his life.

The Forced Abdication

The Forced Abdication

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Imprisonment at Berg Castle

After his removal from the throne, Ludwig was taken to Berg Castle, a remote estate by Lake Starnberg, where he was held under close supervision. The once-powerful king was now a prisoner, isolated from the world he had created for himself. His captors feared that his madness would make him a danger to himself and others, but Ludwig’s own feelings of betrayal and despair weighed heavily on him.

Imprisonment At Berg Castle

Imprisonment At Berg Castle

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