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Fabulous Festivals

SouthWest Germany is known for its wide-ranging festivals that appeal to visitors from around the world. Many are held in romantic and dramatic settings, from Heidelberg’s castle and Maulbronn’s monastery to Ludwigsburg’s baroque palace and the beautiful Black Forest. Expect major international stars, and programs that range from traditional to cutting-edge.

Ordenssaal im Residenzschloss Ludwigsburg

Ludwigsburg Palace Festival

This long-established, yet innovative, annual festival offers a varied program of music, dance, theater, and literature from May 20 to July 28. » read more

14th Black Forest Music Festival

There is music throughout the Black Forest region from June 2 to 13 and again from September 23 to October 3. » read more

Heidelberg Spring Festival (Heidelberger Frühling)

Romantic Heidelberg’s annual festival of classical and contemporary music stages 90 performances from March 19 to April 17. » read more

Heidenheim: Opera Festival

The annual Heidenheim Opera Festival is a jewel in SouthWest Germany’s cultural crown, with top-class international productions from May 29 to July 31. » read more

Artists in Residence mit Dennis Russell Davies

Swabian Spring Music Festival

A highlight in Upper Swabia’s cultural program is the Swabian Spring Music Festival from June 1 to 5. » read more

Schwäbisch Gmünd Festival of European Church Music Festival

In and around the town of Schwäbisch Gmünd, the festival program features international concerts in churches that date back centuries. From July 15 to August 7. » read more