Beethoven in Paris

Paris, a city full of art, culture, and great emotions. Discover world-famous landmarks, enjoy the incomparable Parisian flair, and look forward to the highlight of your trip: attending a chamber concert at the renowned Philharmonie de Paris. An impressive experience for music lovers in one of Europe's most significant cultural metropolises.

Day 1 | Arrival in Paris

In the morning, your journey to the French capital begins. Arrival in the late afternoon and check-in at the hotel. In a nearby restaurant, you can enjoy dinner to prepare for the upcoming days.

Day 2 | Marais District – Beethoven at the

Philharmonie

After breakfast, you will take a guided walk through the Marais, a former noble district and home to two royal residences. It is also the district of Parisian craftsmanship – magnificent city palaces, winding alleys, beautiful boutiques of young designers, and trendy cafés give the area its special charm. In the afternoon, there is time for personal activities. Enjoy Paris according to your personal wishes. In the evening, the musical highlight of your trip awaits: At the Philharmonie de Paris, you will experience a chamber concert featuring sonatas by Ludwig van Beethoven for violin and piano. Look forward to a special concert evening and the impressive connection between Parisian culture and classical music. After the performance, return to the hotel.

Chamber concert at the Philharmonie de
Paris on 05.05.2027 Grand Salle Pierre Boulez

Start: 8:00 PM

Cast:

Maxim Vengerov and Martha Argerich

Program:

Beethoven Cycle / Sonatas for Violin and Piano

(Program changes and changes in the artist lineup reserved)

Day 3 | City Tour – Boat Trip on the

Seine – Opéra Bastille (optional)

In the late morning, you will take a city tour focused on music. Stops on this tour include the Opéra Garnier, Maison de la Radio – but also the artist district Nouvelle Athènes where many artists and composers lived, such as Chopin with his partner Georges Sand. After an individual lunch break, you will take a promenade boat trip on the Seine. The trip runs along the banks of the Seine and the major sights of Paris. The rest of the afternoon and evening are at your leisure.

There is an option to attend the opera “Idomeneo” at the Opéra Bastille (performance starts: 7:30 PM, duration: approx. 3 hours 15 minutes including 2 breaks). Individual return to the hotel.

Day 4 | Departure

Today it is time to say goodbye. With many beautiful travel impressions in your luggage, you will begin your journey home.

• Travel by modern coach
• 3x overnight stays including breakfast buffet at the 4-star Hôtel Holiday Inn Paris – Gare de Lyon Bastille (local category)
• 1x dinner at a restaurant near the hotel (3-course menu including table drinks)
• Guided tour of the Marais district
• Concert ticket Category 1 on 05.05.2027 for the concert at the Philharmonie – Grand Salle Pierre Boulez (Beethoven cycle / Sonatas for violin and piano)
• Full-day tour guide for the excursion "City tour – Boat trip on the Seine"
• Boat trip on the Seine
• City tax
• Audio guides for the entire duration of the trip
• Continuous BOHR travel accompaniment

The 4-star hotel (local category) awaits you in an ideal location in the center, 260m from the Gare de Lyon train station. The hotel is housed in an elegant Belle Époque building and combines historic charm with modern comfort. The stylish, air-conditioned rooms are equipped with a bathtub, toilet, hairdryer, TV, and telephone. Additional amenities of the hotel include free Wi-Fi in all areas, a restaurant, and the cozy Lobby Bar 1913, which offers a relaxed ending after an eventful day.

Beethoven Year

2027