Every 10 years, the locals in the German town of Oberammergau perform a dramatic rendition of the Passion Play. Since this event happens so infrequently, it's on many bucket lists. The 2020 play will be the 42nd to take place, in fulfillment of a promise to end a plague. Traveling to Europe from May to September 2020 offers many opportunities to learn about the local culture in the beautiful Bavarian region of Germany, experience the Oberammergau Passion Play with premium seating, and explore other European cities like Amsterdam, London, Paris, and Rome. The five-and-a-half-hour performance will be held 102 times in 2020. Since the passion play is a major tourist attraction, the only way to attend is to buy a tour package that includes tickets. Pre-planned itineraries range from 9 to 14 days and can be combined with river cruises or train treks to create a truly amazing European experience.
Cities
The itineraries that include the Oberammergau Passion Play typically depart from London, Rome, Munich, and Zurich. Flights to Europe from the United States involve long hours and time zone changes. Arriving a few days before your trip is scheduled to start allows ample time to explore the city before departure and lets your body adjust to the time difference.
Sights
This intensive European itinerary includes sights like Neuschwanstein castle - home to King Ludwig, the famous Hofbrahaus and Marienplatz in Germany. Dive into Europe's centuries old history and Gothic architecture when you visit the St. Vitus Cathedral in Prague, the Chain Bridge in Budapest, and the State Opera House in Vienna.
