Oper Bonn

Oper Bonn is an opera house on the Rhine riverbank featuring modern architecture designed by Wilfried Beck-Erlang and completed in 1965. The building contains multiple performance spaces and presents a diverse program of classical works throughout the season.

The theater replaced earlier venues damaged during the war and continued a theatrical tradition originating in the late 17th century at the Electoral Palace court opera. The postwar reconstruction was part of Bonn's effort to restore its cultural life.

The house hosts operas, ballets, and concerts while collaborating closely with the Beethoven Orchestra. Visitors experience a wide range of classical performances that shape the cultural life of the city.

The theater sits centrally in Bonn and is easily reached on foot, with good public transport connections nearby. Visitors should arrive early to explore the surroundings and locate the entrance in time.

Schiller's drama 'The Conspiracy of Fiesko in Genoa' premiered at the theater in 1783, marking a significant moment in German theatrical history. This event connects the house to the literary heritage of the German-speaking world.

Location: Bonn

Architects: Wilfried Beck-Erlang

GPS coordinates: 50.73670,7.10694

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:25