Oberammergau – an adventure in theatre, culture and the Bavarian
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Once every ten years, an unassuming village of Oberammergau in the heart of the Bavarian Alps hosts an event that draws in hundreds of thousands. The moving re-enactment of Christ's crucifixion and subsequent resurrection, known as the Passion Play, is a five-hour epic - a tragedy of death and the promise of life. Every decade, people of all creeds join together to experience this inspirational story and enchanting expression of cultural heritage.
As the Oberammergau Passion Play only happens once every decade, planning ahead for next years spectacle in Oberammergau is essential. Great Rail Journeys have planned a number of holidays in 2010 to take you to Oberammergau by train, which are filling fast and some departures already completely sold out. Combine the wonderful and truly memorable Passion Play with a holiday in Italy, Bavaria or Austria visiting lakes, cities and mountain retreats.
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Enjoy the rural and regal highlights of the Austrian Tyrol, before experiencing the unique, once in a decade event that is the Oberammergau Passion Play, where the inhabitants of a small community honour their ancient pledge. A truly uplifting occasion!
Departures from May to August
from £1,495
Explore the timeless and serene landscapes of the Austrian Tyrol from glamorous Kitzbühel, then witness the unique traditions of the Oberammergau Passion Play, when this sleepy alpine village is transformed by a once-a-decade cultural festival.
Departures from May to September
from £1,865
Aside from the wonderful Passion Play itself, our 5-star tour visits fairytale castles and whimsical palaces and is truly an opportunity not to be missed!
Departures from May to September
from £2,090
Stay in beautiful Lake Garda and scenic Murnau with visits to Venice and Milan to view da Vinci's 'Last Supper', with the added highlight of Oberammergau's Passion Play.
Departures from May to September
from £2,290
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The Oberammergau Passion Play is an example of the Mystery Play which is one of the oldest forms of organised theatre in Europe. Between the tenth and sixteenth century, before the rise of professional theatre and mass literacy, these curious plays developed out of the need to pass biblical stories down the generations. Whole communities would take part in a series of sketches which would be performed in front of a mass audience. As the mystery play was a highly local art form, different versions were prevalent in different regions, each with their own idiosyncrasies that provide a slightly different telling of the events outlined in the Bible. The Oberammergau Passion Play is a continuation of this fine tradition and a spectacle in its own right. Enjoy the comfort and convenience of travelling to Oberammergau by train.