The Salzburger Festspiele, one of the most renowned cultural events in the world, attracts thousands of visitors to the picturesque setting of the Austrian city of Salzburg every year. Since its foundation in 1920, the Festival has become a landmark in the world of music and theatre. We are very proud to be part of this important cultural event as an official product sponsor and report on interesting facts. In addition, our store team in Salzburg will give you insider tips for your next visit to Salzburg.
The biggest stage in the world
The "Felsenreitschule" in Salzburg, which is used as part of the Salzburg Festival, is the largest stage in the world. It is located in the heart of the city and provides a breathtaking backdrop for spectacular performances. Originally built as a riding school, it was later transformed into an impressive open-air stage that can seat up to 1,500 spectators. The striking rock face in the background gives the stage an unmistakable aesthetic and enchants the audience with its imposing appearance. The Felsenreitschule is also distinguished by its unique acoustics.
Impressive history and top-class artists
The Salzburg Festival was established more than 100 years ago - by the visionary conductor and founder Max Reinhardt, the playwright Hugo von Hofmannsthal and the composer Richard Strauss. The aim was to strengthen Salzburg's cultural identity and to present high-quality art. In addition to the famous play "Jedermann" by Hugo von Hofmannsthal, a uniquely broad spectrum of events such as operas, plays, concerts and ballet performances with top-class artists is offered.
Saint Charles as product sponsor
As a company, Saint Charles feels connected to art and also pursues a clear design claim in terms of product development and store design. Joint art projects, such as those around the Vienna Design Week, make it possible to create an inspiring platform for exchanging new ideas and perspectives. As the official product sponsor of the Salzburg Festival, we are very proud to equip all washrooms with our natural and fragrant Apothecary Soap.
Insider tips for your visit to Salzburg
Our Saint Charles Store Salzburg team has the following tips for your next visit:
Salzburg's Almkanal offers an idyllic oasis of refreshment and relaxation. The canal is a historic waterway that was built by monks as early as the 8th century to secure the city's water supply. Today it is a popular destination for relaxing bike tours, the green banks invite you to picnics and the pure alpine water offers wonderful cooling during a swim in summer.
Wonderful peace and nature can be enjoyed on a walk along the Mönchsberg. The route leads through the charming Mülln district and rewards you with breathtaking views of the entire city. Here you can leave the hustle and bustle of everyday life behind and recharge your batteries amidst the green surroundings.
Have you got a taste for it now? On your next visit, you can't miss a detour to our Saint Charles Store Salzburg.
Photo credit: Cover © Luigi Caputo, Salzburg panorama © TSG / Breitegger
