Festspiele Mecklenburg-Vorpommern – Concerts at the Kurmuschel Sassnitz

Classical Music by the Baltic Sea

Since its founding in 1990, the Festspiele Mecklenburg-Vorpommern has been one of Germany's most important classical music festivals. Over three summer months, it brings music to the most beautiful locations in the state – in old manor houses, barns, industrial halls, castles, and churches, as well as in the open air. One of these open-air venues is the Kurmuschel at the Kurplatz in Sassnitz, a shell-shaped pavilion from the early days of the Baltic seaside resort, which now serves as a stage.

The Kurmuschel Venue

The Kurmuschel is located directly on the Sassnitz promenade, overlooking the Baltic Sea. The open-air concert in this setting is a special experience for many festival guests: music and the sea, evening light and the cries of seagulls combine to create an atmosphere that no concert hall can offer. Sassnitz is located in the Vorpommern-Rügen district in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, at the gateway to the Jasmund National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

A Festival with State-Wide Reach

The Festspiele MV sees itself as a festival for the entire state. With around 190 concerts at about 80 venues, it reaches tens of thousands of visitors every summer. The programme ranges from large symphony orchestras and chamber music to jazz and crossover. Recurring series such as the prize-winners' concerts, support for young talent, and thematic focuses make the festival known far beyond the region.

A Summer Highlight for Rügen

For the island of Rügen, the festival concerts at the Kurmuschel are a cultural highlight of the season. They complement the event offerings of the port town of Sassnitz with a sophisticated musical format and attract both holidaymakers and locals. The open-air setting makes the concerts accessible and uncomplicated – classical music to enjoy, with the Baltic Sea at your back.