Bayreuth Live Cam

Bayreuth is a historic town located in the state of Bavaria, Germany. It is best known for its association with the Bayreuth Festival, an annual music festival dedicated to the works of the renowned composer Richard Wagner. The festival takes place in the Festspielhaus, an opera house specifically designed by Wagner to showcase his operas.

The history of Bayreuth dates back to the 12th century when it was founded as a castle town. Over the centuries, it grew in importance and became the residence of the Margraves of Bayreuth, a branch of the House of Hohenzollern. The margraves played a significant role in shaping the town's cultural and architectural development.