Events

Austria, France, Germany, Italy and Switzerland Summer Festivals and Celebrations

In spite of regional differences, they all have something in common: People love every occasion to celebrate, be it a sporting event or a traditional parade.

Austria: Events of all kinds draw visitors to Austria. Among the biggest is the Vienna Festival in May/June, which features performances that are considered the highlights of each concert and performing art season. Each August the Salzburg Festival, one of the most important theatre and music festivals in the world, features drama, concerts and opera since 1920. In the sports sector, the Three Country-Marathon draws a lot of attention. This scenic run leads around Lake Constance through Germany and Switzerland to the finish line in Bregenz, Austria.
More Info >>

France: Le Tour de France, international competitions, festivals, street theatre, concerts, exhibitions … Never a day or night goes by without the promise of an event or show in the French Alps

Germany: Over six million visitors come to the Oktoberfest in Munich every year, this year taking place from Sept. 22-Oct. 7. However, it’s not just here that visitors to the Bavarian Alps can experience traditions and customs close at hand with dirndls, lederhosen and brass band music. Check-out the Allgäu summer festival in Kempten or the Folklore weeks in Garmisch and Partenkirchen. Music aficionados may opt for the Richard-Wagner Festival in Bayreuth.
More Info >>

Italy: La Scala, one of the most praised opera houses in the world, which has just renewed its splendor through a renovation recently completed, has an array of programs from opera to ballet and concerts to choose from.The historic Arena di Verona, the glorious Roman Amphitheater in the summer hosts a variety of opera performances; from the Turandot by Giacomo Puccini to the Aida by Giuseppe Verdi to of beautiful masks and various other events.
More Info >>

Switzerland: Much is happening in Switzerland, whether you choose to stay in the mountains, at a lake, in a city, in the Mediterranean Ticino, in the French or the German part of the country. Events are colorful and diverse as usual. From world famous cultural festivals, top notch sports events, colorful customs and celebrations to internationally renowned fairs and exhibitions. Best of all, Switzerland is small, and nothing is ever too far apart. So you can easily combine a hike in the mountains with an evening in the city, complete with a concert or a night at the opera.
More Info >>