Salzburg Festival (Salzburger Festspiele)
About
One of the world's most prestigious classical performing-arts festivals, six weeks of opera, drama and concerts across Mozart's home city. The 2026 edition runs under the theme 'Panorama of Love' with 208 performances.
Highlights
- World-renowned opera, drama and orchestral concerts
- Iconic 'Jedermann' play on Cathedral Square
- 2026 theme 'Panorama of Love' with 208 performances
Practical tips
- Salzburg is ~1.5 h from Munich by train or car
- Top performances sell out months ahead — book early
- Combine with Mozart sights and the Old Town's UNESCO core
Where it is
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