Highlights of the stay
- Tannhäuser at Bayreuth Festspielhaus
- Parsifal at Bayreuth Festspielhaus
- 3 nights in Superior Double room in your hotel 4*
- Your personal M&O concierge service available 24 hours a day via messaging
Attending a performance of a Wagner opera in Bayreuth is akin to stepping into the legend of the world’s most mythical festival. The celebrated Festspielhaus was purpose-built to host the visionary stagings of the German composer’s monumental works. For some, a journey to this charming town in northern Bavaria is a true Wagnerian pilgrimage, yet Bayreuth also offers remarkable cultural visits. The Margravial Opera House, for instance, is one of the world’s finest Rococo theatres and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Neues Schloss, the Hermitage, Villa Wahnfried and the Franz Liszt Museum are also well worth discovering.
Two masterpieces feature in the programme, each with an exceptional cast. Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg opens the stay under the baton of Simone Young, in Matthias Davids’ light-hearted production. Michael Volle takes on the role of Hans Sachs, alongside Klaus Florian Vogt, Georg Zeppenfeld, Michael Nagy and Vida Miknevičiūtė.
The following day, Lohengrin returns to the Festspielhaus stage, conducted by Tarmo Peltokoski and staged by Ilaria Lanzino in this new production. Michael Spyres takes the title role, joined by Elsa Dreisig, Georg Zeppenfeld, Jordan Shanahan and Judit Kutasi.
A landmark musical journey to be booked without delay, as tickets are extremely limited.
Program
- Thursday, August 12 2027: Arrival in Bayreuth
- Friday, August 13 2027: Die Meistersinger
- Saturday, August 14 2027: Lohengrin
- Sunday, August 15 2027: Departure
Arrival in Bayreuth
- Free Arrival
- Installation in your hôtel
- Night in superior double room in your Hôtel Goldener Anker 4*
Your "Die Meistersinger" Evening
- Breakfast at your hôtel
- Champagne aperitif in the hotel lobby before the performance
- Reserved transfer from the hotel to the Festspielhaus (to be paid on site)
- Die Meistersinger at Festspielhaus, seats in parterre (cat A1)
- Night in superior double room in your Hôtel Goldener Anker 4*
Your "Lohengrin" Evening
- Breakfast at your hôtel
- Champagne aperitif in the hotel lobby before the performance
- Reserved transfer from the hotel to the Festspielhaus (to be paid on site)
- Parsifal at Festspielhaus, seats in parterre (cat A1)
- Night in superior double room in your Hôtel Goldener Anker 4*
Departure
- Breakfast at your hôtel
- Free departure from Bayreuth
Show(s)
Conductor
Simone YoungDirector
Matthias DavidsPerformers
Michael VolleKlaus Florian Vogt
Vida Mikneviciute
Michael Nagy
Georg Zeppenfeld
Sebastian Kohlhepp
Alexandra Ionis
Michael Kupfer-Radecky
Werner Van Mechelen
Martin Koch
Michael Spyres © DR
Conductor
Tarmo PeltokoskiDirector
Ilaria LanzinoPerformers
Michael SpyresElsa Dreisig
Judit Kutasi
Jordan Shanahan
Georg Zeppenfeld
Thomas Lehman
Accommodations
Hôtel Goldener Anker 4*
The Hotel Goldener Anker in Bayreuth is an elegant family house with historic charm, ideally located near the Margraves Opera House. This refined establishment combines tradition and modern comfort, offering elegant rooms and personalised service. With its refined restaurant and authentic setting, it is an ideal base for discovering the city's cultural wealth.
Tarifs
Superior double room (2 pers)
€2,624 / pers.Superior double room (1 pers)
€3,292 / pers.Programmes and prices are subject to change made by venues and providers.Availability has to be confirmed at the time of booking.
The price includes
- Accommodation
- Show seats
- Meals mentioned
- Music & Opera Concierge Service by Messenger
The price does not include
- Transfers
- Flights
- Insurance
- Drinks and Meals
Practical information
For each country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs) publishes travel advice sheets on its website. You will find the latest recommendations on safety, formalities and health. We strongly recommend that you consult these sources of information regularly, right up until the day before your departure.