Mosel Musikfestival - Concert Electoral Palace Trier

Since its founding in 1985, the Mosel Musikfestival has been one of the most important classical and crossover festivals in Rhineland-Palatinate. For over ten weeks, from late July to early October, it utilizes around 40 venues along the Moselle – castles, monasteries, wineries, palaces, churches, and special open-air locations. The 2026 festival runs from July 23 to October 3.

A highlight of the Trier concerts on August 9, 2026, is the performance by Kat Frankie with her project BODIES in the courtyard of the Electoral Palace. The vocal ensemble brings together eight voices, creating a dense tapestry of harmonic layers, beats, and soundscapes based purely on human voices. The approach, oscillating between indie-pop, avant-garde, and a cappella tradition, has garnered significant international attention for the project.

The Electoral Palace – the former residence of the Prince-Electors of Trier and now home to the Regional and Supervisory Directorate – is considered one of the most beautiful buildings of its kind in Germany, with its pink Rococo facade. The spacious courtyard offers an acoustically appealing, atmospherically rich stage for high-caliber concerts.

Trier is also home to the JTI Trier Jazz Award, whose prize-winner concert is traditionally held as part of the festival in the Brunnenhof. Tickets for the Trier concerts are available via Ticket Regional and the festival website.