Bayreuth Germany - Buses to and from Bayreuth - Margrave Opera House

Alternative weekend idea: Bayreuth Germany

When looking for an idea for a city break, i.e. a quick weekend getaway to another city, we often run through offers from major metropolises, tempting us with the most famous sights and shots favorably presented on social media. These places captivate with their beauty, but are often crowded and expensive. As an alternative to national capitals and the most recognized tourist destinations, there are smaller cities. One of them is Germany's Bayreuth. You can get there from Poland aboard a coach Sindbad. Such a trip can be definitely shorter, cheaper and more comfortable than flying to the west or south of Europe.

Why visit Bayreuth Germany?

There are several reasons, but before answering that question, let's take a little closer look at the town. The city is located in the northern part of Bavaria, and is a considerable distance of about 250 kilometers from the state capital Munich. It is definitely closer from here to Nuremberg (less than 90 km). The city is located in the eastern part of Germany, near the border with the Czech Republic. Bayreuth is inhabited by about 73,000 people, and its roots date back to the Middle Ages. Add that the town serves as the capital of Upper Franconia.

Bayreuth's sights - beer and classical music: the perfect combination

Bayreuth is not one of the most popular destinations in the country of our western neighbors, mainly due to the fact that its greatest treasure is the Margrave Opera House. Opera music does not attract crowds, so Bayreuth remains somewhat on the sidelines of popular tours. This has its pluses, because when visiting Bayreuth, we can feast our eyes on interesting architecture from different eras, indulge our palates in the specialties of Bavarian cuisine and enjoy classical music at its best without having to push our way through the crowds. The Margrave Opera House is the real icing on the Bayreuth cake, so we'll deal with it at the end. Besides the iconic music venue, what else is worth visiting in Bayreuth?

Let's start with the New Palace - an example of Rococo architecture, which was built in 1753. The second object worthy of attention is the Hermitage, which is a summer residence modeled on Versailles in Paris, with beautiful French gardens, fountains, the Temple of the Sun and the Theatre of Ruins. The Hermitage is located somewhat off to the side, and is connected to the center of Bayreuth by the representative Friedrichstraße avenue. Another interesting building is the Festival Theater, built according to Richard Wagner's instructions. As an indication of how important Wagner was to the city, Bayreuth is home to the Richard Wagner Museum, where you can admire, among other things, the master's personal piano. Not far from the villa donated to the famous composer and his museum is also the home of Wagner's son Siegfried. Those who aren't into classical art might be interested in the impressive Museum of Brewing and Cooperage, located in the Bayreuth brewery, where the famous Maisel's Weisse, well-known to lovers of the golden beverage, is produced.

Margrave Opera House

When saying Bayreuth, Germans and visitors from abroad usually have in mind one of the most impressive musical venues on the Old Continent, the Margrave Opera House. Its interior is dominated by the Baroque style, as evidenced by ceiling paintings, frescoes and numerous ornaments. Interestingly, the Margrave Opera House is made of wood and is adjacent to the brick synagogue building. The opera house was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2012.