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The Walk of Wagner 2025: In the footsteps of the great composer!
In 2025, the “Walk of Wagner” will dedicate a cultural journey of discovery through Bayreuth to the places where Richard Wagner lived.
The Walk of Wagner 2025: In the footsteps of the great composer!
Richard Wagner is a figure who holds a special place not only in the world of classical music, but also in the hearts of many people. In 2025, the composer's life's work will be celebrated by the Walk of Wagner who is specifically dedicated to his various places of residence. Wagner lived in numerous places in Europe, often on the run or in search of political proximity and peace. This thematic series highlights Wagner's original and documented places of residence, which extend across regions in Saxony, Franconia, Upper Bavaria, Lower Saxony, Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Latvia and the Czech Republic.
The Walk of Wagner was launched in 2013 and serves as a cultural trail that connects the authentic Wagner sites in Bayreuth. It stretches from Richard Wagner's Wahnfried home to the Festival Hall. Along the path there are a total of 17 stylized cubes that present changing themes every year. In 2025, Wagner's life will be particularly highlighted in its spatial dimension.
A look at the exhibition in Bayreuth
Visitors can look forward to a free leporello that not only describes the Wagner locations in Bayreuth in detail, but also a section of the city map showing the course of the event Walk of Wagner contains. The folding map is available at the Tourist Information Bayreuth and is also available to download online.
On the occasion of Richard Wagner's 200th birthday, the creation of the Walk of Wagner was a welcome opportunity to shed light on the various aspects of his life. In this context, the sights along the way are also important: from the Wahnfried House to the town church to the Margrave's Opera House, visitors have the chance to experience Wagner's history and influence up close.
Wagner's legacy and cultural significance
Bayreuth is without a doubt the center of global interest in Richard Wagner and his works. The Richard Wagner Museum and the Festival Hall are among the most important cultural centers in Germany. The history of the Bayreuth Festival and Wagner's life are covered in a permanent exhibition in the museum. Temporary special exhibitions also address special topics that deepen the understanding of Wagner's work.
The museum is also a meeting place: events such as concerts, lectures and book launches take place here during the Bayreuth Festival. The National Archives houses the world's largest collection of Wagner documents, including handwritten letters and manuscripts, which will be made available online in the future as part of digitization projects.
In summary, the Walk of Wagner not only offers a deeper insight into the life of one of the greatest composers, but is also an important cultural destination for those who want to appreciate and experience Wagner's legacy.