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In the background, other musicians and their instruments can be seen, all deeply focused on their performance."></div> <div class="layer-tint"></div> <style> @media (max-width: 768px) { .img-218651-328132-x { background-image: url(https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/inspiring_germany_content/luebeck_brahms-festival_1__ltm_mobile_750.jpg) !important; } } </style> <div class="caption-wrapper" > <div class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </div> <figcaption> <span class="title">Brahms Festival in Lübeck</span> <span class="copyright"> ©LTM (Olaf Malzahn)</span> </figcaption> </div> </figure> <div class="container-wrap"> <div class="container"> <div class="content"> <div class="hero-text "> <p class="theme-title">Inspiring Germany</p> <h1 class="dzt-text-red">8 classical music festivals: Germany vivace!</h1> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> </header> <div class="dzt-breadcrumb " data-active-theme="topic_inspiring_germany" data-ref="breadcrumb"> <div class="container"> <nav aria-label="breadcrumb" > <ol><li class="" onclick="window.location.href='/en/home.html#!/nav/c/t/topic_inspiring_germany';"><a data-tracking-category="breadcrumb" data-tracking-title="Startseite" href="/en/home.html#!/nav/c/t/topic_inspiring_germany" aria-label="Home"> <i class="icon icon-24 icon-home" title="Home"></i> </a></li> <li class="prev"><a data-tracking-category="breadcrumb" data-tracking-title="Inspiring Germany" href="/en/inspiring-germany/overview.html" aria-label="Inspiring Germany"> Inspiring Germany </a></li> <li class="prev" data-ref="link-to-sub-cluster" style="display:none"><a data-tracking-category="breadcrumb" data-tracking-title="none" href="#" aria-label="…">…</a></li><li class="active" aria-current="page" aria-label="Classical music events">Classical music events</li> </ol> </nav> </div> </div> <section class="content"> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-12 col-md-10 offset-md-1 col-lg-8 offset-lg-2 "> <div class="richtext"> <div class="text-wrap"> <div class="introtext pb-4"> <p>Sometimes they pay homage to a composer, sometimes to a musical genre, sometimes to art itself – but these classical music festivals are always a first-class experience. Year after year, they offer something new! </p> </div> <div class="bodytext"> <p><h2>Mozartfest Würzburg: famous sounds, interpreted creatively</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/inspiring_germany_content/2022-05-28-mozartfest-kaisersaal-by-dita-vollmond-1x7a6199.jpg" title="Mozart Festival in the Würzburg Residence ©Mozartfest Würzburg (Dita Vollmond)" aria-label="Mozart Festival in the Würzburg Residence ©Mozartfest Würzburg (Dita Vollmond)" alt="The image shows the magnificent setting of the Würzburg Residence during the Mozart Festival. In a grand Baroque hall, an orchestra performs classical music for an enthusiastic audience." style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Mozart Festival in the Würzburg Residence</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©Mozartfest Würzburg (Dita Vollmond)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>From 'A Little Night Music' to 'The Magic Flute', Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart created numerous and timeless masterpieces of classical music. These can be enjoyed at Germany's largest and oldest <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://www.mozartfest.de/en/index.html" data-value="" title="Mozart festival" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="Mozart festival" aria-label = "Mozart festival (open in a new tab)">Mozart festival</a>, which has been held in Würzburg in Lower Franconia since 1921. True to the motto 'unusual formats for unusual talent', orchestras, ensembles and soloists of international renown play there – sometimes in the Residence, sometimes in a wine cellar or even in a pop-up disco.</p><p><br><h2>Potsdamer Schlössernacht: cultural spectacle in a spectacular park</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/inspiring_germany_content/schloessernacht_037.jpg" title="Potsdam: Potsdamer Schlössernacht, Schloss Sanssouci ©DZT (Jens Wegener)" aria-label="Potsdam: Potsdamer Schlössernacht, Schloss Sanssouci ©DZT (Jens Wegener)" alt="Illuminated Sanssouci Palace and fountain, crowd in the garden during the Potsdam Palace Night" style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Potsdam: Potsdamer Schlössernacht, Schloss Sanssouci</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©DZT (Jens Wegener)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>Situated in the state capital of Brandenburg, Sanssouci Park definitely deserves its UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Here, the very best garden art and magnificent architecture come together to create a fantastic backdrop for the annual <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://www.potsdamer-schloessernacht.de/en/" data-value="" title="Night of the Palaces" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="Night of the Palaces" aria-label = "Night of the Palaces (open in a new tab)">Night of the Palaces</a>, during which green spaces and buildings are impressively illuminated and accompanied by live music. Dancers, LED shows, 'talking trees' and guests in historical costumes contribute to the great atmosphere.</p><p><br><h2>Handel Festival, Halle: Saale city? Handel city!</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/kampagne/kunst_und_kulturland/musikland/auswahl_haendelfestspiele_2022_thomas_ziegler.jpg" title="Handel Festival in Halle (Saale) ©Stiftung Händel-Haus (Thomas Ziegler)" aria-label="Handel Festival in Halle (Saale) ©Stiftung Händel-Haus (Thomas Ziegler)" alt="Orchestra and choir perform during the Händel Festival on the market square in Halle (Saale), with the Market Church and Händel monument in the background." style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Handel Festival in Halle (Saale)</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©Stiftung Händel-Haus (Thomas Ziegler)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>Hallelujah, what an artist! George Frideric Handel is considered one of the greatest composers in the history of music – not least thanks to his oratorio 'Messiah' with its 'Hallelujah' chorus. Incidentally, the word contains the birthplace of the genius: Halle. And the city in Saxony-Anhalt is mighty proud of it. This is particularly apparent at the <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://haendelhaus.de/en/hfs/startseite" data-value="" title="Handel Festival" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="Handel Festival" aria-label = "Handel Festival (open in a new tab)">Handel Festival</a> in spring, one of the most important and oldest festivals for Baroque music in Germany.</p><p><br><h2>International May Festival in Wiesbaden: art's many faces</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/inspiring_germany_content/cbd1968d-adac-4e80-b88b-9b62d773e0e3-2699_martin-kaufhold_hess___web_992_695.jpg" title="Interior view of the Hessian State Theater ©Wiesbaden Congress & Marketing GmbH (Martin Kaufhold)" aria-label="Interior view of the Hessian State Theater ©Wiesbaden Congress & Marketing GmbH (Martin Kaufhold)" alt="The image shows the magnificent interior of the Hessian State Theatre with elaborately decorated walls, a grand staircase, and a beautifully painted Baroque-style ceiling." style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Interior view of the Hessian State Theater</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©Wiesbaden Congress & Marketing GmbH (Martin Kaufhold)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>May makes everything new! Throughout the entire merry month, the Hessian State Theatre presents culture at the highest level. The full range of performing arts are represented in this <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://fim-wiesbaden.de/die-maifestspiele" data-value="" title="events programme" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="events programme" aria-label = "events programme (open in a new tab)">events programme</a> , which has been growing ever larger since 1896: opera and concert, dance, performance and theatre. In keeping with the motto 'The world as a guest in Wiesbaden', international performers are a key part of this series, as is the programme for children and young people.</p><p><br><h2>Beethovenfest Bonn: concert series 'To Joy'</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/inspiring_germany_content/k12_230905_recital_danae_doerken_c_michael_staab_bonn_3.jpg" title="Beethovenfest Bonn ©Internationale Beethovenfeste Bonn GmbH (Michael Staab, Daniel Dittus)" aria-label="Beethovenfest Bonn ©Internationale Beethovenfeste Bonn GmbH (Michael Staab, Daniel Dittus)" alt="The image shows a concert hall during the Beethovenfest in Bonn. A pianist is performing in front of a filled hall adorned with magnificent chandeliers and elegant decor." style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Beethovenfest Bonn</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©Internationale Beethovenfeste Bonn GmbH (Michael Staab, Daniel Dittus)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>The 9th Symphony is just one of his 650 compositions, but like the 'Ode to Joy' it is well known around the globe. In any case, Ludwig van Beethoven is one of the most frequently performed composers in the world. It's no wonder the <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://www.beethovenfest.de/en" data-value="" title="Beethovenfest" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="Beethovenfest" aria-label = "Beethovenfest (open in a new tab)">Beethovenfest</a> , which has been held every year in his home town since 1845, is so popular. At around 70 concerts at over 20 venues, international orchestras, ensembles and soloists reinterpret his creative work year after year.</p><p><br><h2>Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Festival: lakes, coast, arts</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/kampagne/kunst_und_kulturland/musikland/auswahl_concert_of_the_mecklenburg-vorpommern_festival_at_guestrow_cathedral_tmv_nikulski.jpg" title="Concert in Güstrow Cathedral ©TMV (Nikulski)" aria-label="Concert in Güstrow Cathedral ©TMV (Nikulski)" alt="Concert in Güstrow Cathedral" style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Concert in Güstrow Cathedral</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©TMV (Nikulski)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>Three months, well over 100 events, dozens of locations: everything about this <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="http://www.festspiele-mv.de" data-value="" title="festival" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="festival" aria-label = "festival (open in a new tab)">festival</a> is huge. The emotions, too – namely when international orchestras, stars of the classical music scene and young musicians perform in the most beautiful, charming and unusual places between the Baltic Sea and Plauer See: in castles, churches, barns and ruins. Plus: special supporting programmes before the concerts provide interesting insights into Germany's north-easternmost federal state.</p><p><br><h2>Brahms Festival: Lübeck in a musical frenzy</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/inspiring_germany_content/luebeck_brahms-festival_2__ltm.jpg" title="Brahms Festival in Lübeck ©LTM (Olaf Malzahn)" aria-label="Brahms Festival in Lübeck ©LTM (Olaf Malzahn)" alt="Orchestra on stage during the Brahms Festival in Lübeck, with a large banner in the background." style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Brahms Festival in Lübeck</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©LTM (Olaf Malzahn)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>This Hanseatic city in Schleswig-Holstein offers great insights into the life of one of the most influential composers of the 19th century, above all with the Brahms Institute's vast collection at the Eschenburg villa. The villa is also the main venue for the <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://www.visit-luebeck.com/culture/brahms-festival" data-value="" title="Brahms Festival" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="Brahms Festival" aria-label = "Brahms Festival (open in a new tab)">Brahms Festival</a>, organised by the University of Music Lübeck. Over ten days in May, hundreds of musicians perform symphony concerts, improvisations and the 'Long Night of Intoxication'.</p><p><br><h2>Cathedral steps festival in Erfurt: top-class theatre under church spires</h2></p><p> <span class="type-inlineImage "> <img src="https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/inspiring_germany_content/domstufen-festspiele-namederrose-2.jpg" title="Cathedral Steps Festival ©Thüringer Tourismus GmbH (Lutz Edelhoff)" aria-label="Cathedral Steps Festival ©Thüringer Tourismus GmbH (Lutz Edelhoff)" alt="Illuminated cathedral and steps at the Cathedral Steps Festival in Erfurt, figures on stage." style="max-width: 100%;" > <span class="caption-wrapper"> <span class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </span> <span class="figcaption"> <strong class="title">Cathedral Steps Festival</strong> <span class="copyright"> ©Thüringer Tourismus GmbH (Lutz Edelhoff)</span> </span> </span> </span> </p><p>Founded in 1994, this <a class="type-external dzt-link dzt-link-external " target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="https://www.domstufen-festspiele.de/en/" data-value="" title="festival" data-tracking-category="Linkaufruf" data-tracking-title="festival" aria-label = "festival (open in a new tab)">festival</a> in the Thuringian state capital boasts one of the most beautiful open-air stages in Germany. The setting of St Mary's Cathedral, St Severus' Church and the broad 70 steps down to the cathedral square is truly unrivalled. Not to mention what's staged on the cathedral steps! Sometimes an opera, sometimes a musical, sometimes original creations, sometimes adaptations of 'Tosca', 'Carmen' or 'Anatevka' – but always lavish and highly creative.</p> </div> <div class="bodytext2"> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>  </div> </section> </article> <section class="content related-article"> <div class="container"> <h2 class="headline mb-5 dzt-text-red text-center">Discover more</h2> <div class="module-carousel"> <div class="carousel-buttons"> <span class="btnPrev nav-btn icon-chevron-left"></span> <span class="btnNext nav-btn icon-chevron-right"></span> </div> <div class="carousel-slider owl-carousel owl-theme" data-item="3" data-item-margin="20" data-dots="true" data-mouse-drag="true" data-touch-drag="true"> <article class="image-teaser item"> <a class="wrap-link" target="" href="https://www.germany.travel/en/nature-outdoor-activities/spa-and-healing-forests.html"> <section class="entry-image-teaser"> <figure class="figure-responsive "> <div class="caption-wrapper caption-wrapper-top-right"> <div class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </div> <figcaption> <span class="title">Uckermark: Woman balances on a tree trunk in the beech forest in Grumsin</span> <span class="copyright">©DZT (Jens Wegener)</span> </figcaption> </div> <div role="img" class="responsive-image-v2" style="background-image: url(https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/natur_aktiv_content/grumsin_buchenwld_013n_mobile_750.jpg);" title="Uckermark: Woman balances on a tree trunk in the beech forest in Grumsin" aria-label=""></div> </figure> </section> <section class="entry-content"> <h3 class="entry-content-headline">Spa and healing forests: bathing in nature</h3> <span class="btn dzt-btn dzt-text-red dzt-link" data-href="https://www.germany.travel/en/nature-outdoor-activities/spa-and-healing-forests.html">Learn more</span> </section> </a> </article> <article class="image-teaser item"> <a class="wrap-link" target="" href="https://www.germany.travel/en/cities-culture/fairytale-towns.html"> <section class="entry-image-teaser"> <figure class="figure-responsive "> <div class="caption-wrapper caption-wrapper-top-right"> <div class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </div> <figcaption> <span class="title">Bremen: Paar auf dem Marktplatz bei den Bremer Stadtmusikanten</span> <span class="copyright">©BTZ (Jonas Ginter)</span> </figcaption> </div> <div role="img" class="responsive-image-v2" style="background-image: url(https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/kampagne/oebb_sparschiene_2021/bilder_15/bremen___bremerhaven_1/2_btz_6229_stadtmusikanten_mobile_750.jpg);" title="Bremen: Paar auf dem Marktplatz bei den Bremer Stadtmusikanten" aria-label=""></div> </figure> </section> <section class="entry-content"> <h3 class="entry-content-headline">Fairytale towns: follow in the footsteps of the Brothers Grimm</h3> <span class="btn dzt-btn dzt-text-red dzt-link" data-href="https://www.germany.travel/en/cities-culture/fairytale-towns.html">Learn more</span> </section> </a> </article> <article class="image-teaser item"> <a class="wrap-link" target="" href="https://www.germany.travel/en/nature-outdoor-activities/wadden-sea.html"> <section class="entry-image-teaser"> <figure class="figure-responsive "> <div class="caption-wrapper caption-wrapper-top-right"> <div class="button-copyright"> <span class="icon-copyright"></span> </div> <figcaption> <span class="copyright">©Kurverwaltung Juist (Kurverwaltung Juist)</span> </figcaption> </div> <div role="img" class="responsive-image-v2" style="background-image: url(https://www.germany.travel/media/redaktion/natur_aktiv_content/Juist_Kinder_wandern_durch_das_Watt__mobile_750.png);" title="" aria-label=""></div> </figure> </section> <section class="entry-content"> <h3 class="entry-content-headline">Walk on the bottom of the sea? 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