Leisure and Culture

Explore Bayreuth

Discover Bayreuth with all of its fascinating history, large number of museums and rich culture.

Bayreuth constitutes international reputation as a festival city. An international public arrives every year during July and August to get to see one of the 30 performances in the Festival Theatre on the Green Hill.

The “Wagner-city” is full of surprises with many museums including the world´s largest brewery & cooper museum. Experience a very interesting range of culture, such as a wellness package including the Lohengrin thermal spa in an absolut attractive surrounding.

The Historical Museum, the Castle tower, the Margravial Opera House, the New Palace and its Margravial Fountain, the yard gardens and “Haus Wahnfried” with the grave site of Cosima and Richard Wagner, and much more.

  • Art & Culture

    Explore Bayreuth

    The historic city offers you a wide range of interesting places.

    Sightseeing Bayreuth
  • Just relax

    Lohengrin thermal spa

    Take your time for water, warmth and well-being.

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  • Highlights and more

    Bayreuth sights

    Bayreuth has a rich cultural and historical heritage to preserve.

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  • City of Wagner

    Richard Wagner Festival

    Experience the most famous festival in Bayreuth.

  • Enjoy Wagner