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Sightseeing in Bayreuth
On Tuesdays and Thursdays, our common theme is "Regional Studies". The excursions have to be paid separately (between 2 and 5 Euros). The following places of interest are on the programme:
Richard Wagner Museum „Villa Wahnfried"
The house where Richard Wagner lived and worked.
Jean Paul (1763-1825) is one of Germany's most significant poets. He lived in Bayreuth from 1804 until his death. Tours are available of the house on Friedrichstrasse where he lived and died.
Piano Makers Steingräber und Söhne
Since 1852, the famous pianos of the make "Steingräber und Söhne" have been made here.
This museum bears one of the largest collections in the world relating to freemasonry. You learn about the history of the idea of freemasonry and how it affected Germany.
The most beautiful preserved baroque theatre in Europe.
The Residence of the margraves in Bayreuth. Plunge into the time of rococo!
The world famous Maisel's Beer is made here. In the brewery museum, you learn everything about its production and receive a free sample.
The variety of plants from around the world will impress you.
A fascinating world of rock cellars, which were formed between the 16th and 19th centuries. Discover this apparently endless and mysterious underground labyrinth.
Art, media, and music from Africa are at the heart of this
cultural centre.
An excursion into the world of 20th century art, from expressionism and constructivism to surrealism, neo-realism, concept art and happening.
Bayreuther Towers
Get a great view of the city! In this excursion, you will climb the towers of Bayreuth's Stadtkirche and Schlosskirche where you can observe Bayreuth and the surrounding area from above.