Festival visit & relaxation at the Hollerhöfe
If you are looking for relaxation, retreat and recreation close to nature in addition to top-class musical theatre, the Hollerhöfe in Waldeck near Kemnath is the perfect place to stay. Just a 30-minute drive from Bayreuth, you can enjoy the historic village idyll, comfortable rooms and flats as well as a customised offer during the festival season.
The Bayreuth Festival was founded in 1876 by Richard Wagner himself. Since then, it has been dedicated exclusively to the works of the composer: a unique concept worldwide.
The Festival Theatre on the Green Hill, also built according to Wagner's plans, is still regarded as an acoustic masterpiece today. The productions are known for the highest artistic quality, innovative directorial concepts and a special closeness to Wagner's musical legacy.
The festival is organised every summer and is still closely linked to the Wagner family, who play a central role in the artistic direction.
For 2025, a varied programme with true classics of Wagner's operatic art is once again on the agenda:
- The Ring of the Nibelung - as a cycle or individually (Rheingold, Walküre, Siegfried, Götterdämmerung)
- Parsifal
- Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg
- Tristan und Isolde
- Lohengrin
- Open air concerts on 24 & 29 July
- Discourse Bayreuth - lectures & cultural discussions
- Introductory lectures on the individual works (mornings)
You can find the complete programme here: https://www.bayreuther-festspiele.de/programm/auffuehrungen/
From 25 July to 28 August 2025.
Online instant sales have been running since 1 December 2024 via the link below. Tickets can also be ordered via an order form in the customer portal (‘My Festival’).
📍 Ticket shop & information:
https://ticketshop.bayreuther-festspiele.de
In the Richard Wagner Festival Theatre on the Green Hill in Bayreuth. Car parking and shuttle services are available. You can find all information on how to get there here or navigate using Google Maps.
Usually in the afternoon at around 4 pm. Ring cycles and special concerts sometimes also in the evening.
Yes: open-air concerts, lectures (‘Discourse Bayreuth’), children's operas and themed programmes make the festival season a diverse cultural experience.
Depending on the work, between 3 and 5.5 hours, including breaks. The ‘Ring’ in particular extends over several days.
Festive, but not over the top.
Men usually wear a suit or jacket with a shirt, ladies choose a smart dress or an elegant ensemble. Dinner jackets or evening dresses are not compulsory, but are welcome, especially for the première.
No, things are much more relaxed here. Comfortable casual clothing is absolutely fine - think about sun or rain protection, depending on the weather.
Yes, in the interval area of the Festspielhaus there is a catering offer with small dishes, snacks, drinks, wine and sparkling wine. The famous festival canapés and the interval champagne are part of the experience for many guests.
Tip: It can get crowded during the interval. Arrive early to secure the best seats!
The Festspielhaus is accessible for guests with reduced mobility. There are special wheelchair spaces and companion seats, which must be booked in advance.
Yes, a cloakroom is available. Please note that larger bags, rucksacks or items of luggage may not be taken into the auditorium.
There are large public car parks above the Bayreuth Festival Theatre, which are subject to charges during the festival period. A car park ticket currently costs a flat rate of 10 euros.
The Bayreuth Festival offers intense cultural impressions. All the better if you can find a place to pause for a moment away from the hustle and bustle. The Hollerhöfe in Waldeck are ideal for visitors looking for nature, peace and comfort.
Rural charm with modern amenities awaits you here - from spacious rooms and modern flats to the beautifully landscaped garden and small wellness area.
Our offer for the Bayreuth Festival
The prices do not include the ticket price for the festival.
Extra nights are possible on request.
More about the offer & booking
If you stay overnight at the Hollerhöfe, you can enjoy more than just the festival and add a few days of relaxation close to nature to your visit. For longer stays, we have a few recommendations for you here:
- Hikes to the Waldeck castle ruins
- Walks through the EWILPA (every Friday with a guided tour!) and the Steinwald Nature Park
- Cycling tours through the ‘Land of Sleeping Volcanoes’
Further excursion destinations and tips for activities can be found in this article: The most beautiful excursion destinations around the Hollerhöfe
The Bayreuth Festival is a highlight in our region. Secure your favourite performance in good time and combine culture with a nature experience at the Hollerhöfe.
Book now & secure cultural enjoyment!
📞 +49 9642 70 43 10
📧 rezeption@hollerhoefe.de
