Name: Concerts at Kulturschloss Höchstädt 2026
Start: 2026-05-23T00:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-17T00:00:00+00:00
Location: Kulturschloss Höchstädt

Kulturschloss Höchstädt

About Kulturschloss Höchstädt

The Kulturschloss Höchstädt, a magnificent Renaissance complex on the Danube in the Swabian district of Dillingen, is the venue for a fine concert series organised by the Bezirk Schwaben. Chamber music, classical, and crossover programmes are performed throughout the year in the Knights' Hall and the castle courtyard. In 2026, the season is dedicated to the cultural annual theme 'Sound of Schwaben': Höchstädt becomes Pop.Kulturschloss, featuring an exhibition on pop music from the past five decades and a diverse concert programme ranging from the Renaissance to Leonard Bernstein.

Dates 23 May — 17 Oct 2026

Venue Höchstädt a.d.Donau (09773)

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Edition 2026

Kulturschloss Höchstädt — edition 2026

The 2026 concert season at Kulturschloss Höchstädt features four concerts between May and October, including the open-air concert by Ensemble Classique in the castle courtyard on June 27th. The season is themed 'Sound of Schwaben'.

Four concerts mark the 2026 season: The opening is on May 23rd with the bassoon quartet 'Fagotti Parlandi' in the Knights' Hall. On June 16th, 'Bona goes Pop' follows, presented by the St. Bonaventura Gymnasium Dillingen. The highlight is the open-air concert by Ensemble Classique 'From Renaissance to Bernstein' on June 27th in the castle courtyard (in case of bad weather, it will be moved to the Knights' Hall). The season concludes on October 17th with Julia Rinderle performing 'Hidden Treasures'. Accompanying this, Pop.Kulturschloss will host an exhibition on pop music from the last five decades.

Highlights Kulturschloss Höchstädt 2026

Open-air concert in the historic castle courtyard
Annual theme 'Sound of Schwaben' with pop exhibition
Award-winning bassoon quartet Fagotti Parlandi
Programme from Renaissance to Bernstein

Programme Kulturschloss Höchstädt 2026

May 23, 2026, 7:00 PM: Fagotti Parlandi – 'Bassoons That Speak' (Knights' Hall)
June 16, 2026, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM: Bona goes Pop – St. Bonaventura Gymnasium Dillingen
June 27, 2026, 7:00 PM: Ensemble Classique – 'From Renaissance to Bernstein' (Open Air in the castle courtyard)
October 17, 2026, 7:00 PM: Julia Rinderle – 'Hidden Treasures'

Prices Kulturschloss Höchstädt 2026

Ticket prices vary depending on the event. Tickets are available from Kulturschloss Höchstädt, phone +49 821 3101 4533 or [email protected].

Practical information

Practical information — Kulturschloss Höchstädt

Getting there

Höchstädt an der Donau is located in the district of Dillingen, easily accessible via the B16 in the Danube valley and by train (Höchstädt station on the Donauwörth–Ulm line). The castle is located at Herzogin-Anna-Straße 52.

Tickets

Tickets for the 2026 concerts are available from Kulturschloss. Prices vary depending on the event; further information is available by phone at +49 821 3101 4533 or via email at [email protected].

Note

In case of bad weather, the open-air concert in the castle courtyard will be moved to the Knights' Hall. Current dates and programme details can be found on the Kulturschloss website.

Music in the historic castle

Schloss Höchstädt on the Danube is one of the most important Renaissance castles in Bavarian Swabia. Since its opening as a cultural centre by the Bezirk Schwaben, the venue has combined exhibitions, regional history, and a high-quality concert programme. Höchstädt is located in the district of Dillingen on the Danube in the state of Bavaria and is easily accessible via the Danube valley.

The 2026 concert series

The 2026 programme spans a wide range. In May, the multi-award-winning bassoon quartet 'Fagotti Parlandi' will perform in the Knights' Hall with a programme full of entertainment and fine humour. In June, 'Bona goes Pop' follows, a young, family-friendly concert by the St. Bonaventura Gymnasium Dillingen. The highlight is the open-air concert by the Ensemble Classique 'From Renaissance to Bernstein' in the atmospheric castle courtyard. In October, Julia Rinderle will conclude the season with 'Hidden Treasures' – a programme that shines a spotlight on works by female composers.

Sound of Schwaben

In keeping with the cultural annual theme 'Sound of Schwaben', Höchstädt transforms into Pop.Kulturschloss in 2026. An accompanying exhibition explores pop music from the last five decades, bridging the gap between classical concert life and popular music culture. Thus, the Renaissance castle becomes a vibrant place where tradition and the present meet.

Atmosphere and occasion

Whether in the historic Knights' Hall or under the open sky in the castle courtyard – the concerts organised by the Bezirk Schwaben combine musical quality with the special ambiance of one of the region's most beautiful castles. A worthwhile excursion destination for culture and music lovers in the Danube region.