“Music is the language of passion”

Richard Wagner had a profound effect on European music during his lifetime – and still does today. Operas such as ‘The Ring of the Nibelung’, ‘Tannhäuser’ and ‘Lohengrin’ are widely known, even among those who are not fans of Wagner. Year after year, the Bayreuth Festival captivates music lovers from all over the world. Held at the festival hall designed by Wagner himself, it is an undisputed highlight in the international music calendar.

To mark 200 years since the great composer was born, Germany is celebrating Richard Wagner Year in 2013 with new operatic productions, exhibitions, concerts and guided tours.

Come and join in the celebrations!