08/12/2024
Savonlinna - Finland
Savonlinna Opera Festival 2027 at Olavinlinna Castle
3 to 31 July 2027
The musical highlight
The performances take place at the medieval Olavinlinna Castle, situated on a small island in Finland’s Saimaa lake district and connected to the town by bridges.
The opera performances are held in the castle’s covered courtyard.
The Savonlinna Opera Festival celebrates its 115th anniversary in 2027. You can choose which opera you would like to attend.
- ‘The Barber of Seville’ by Gioachino Rossini on 3, 7, 12, 16, 21 and 24 July 2027
- ‘The Magic Flute’ by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart on 6, 8, 10, 14, 20 and 23 July 2027
- ‘Andrea Chénier’ by Umberto Giordano on 9, 13, 15, 17, 19 and 22 July 2027
- ‘Carmen’ by Georges Bizet on 26, 28, 29 and 31 July 2027
‘Andrea Chénier’ will be performed at Olavinlinna Castle for the first time in 2027. ‘Carmen’ will be presented as a guest production by the Estonian National Opera.
All performances begin at 7.00 pm.
Discover Savonlinna:
The city is located in the heart of the Saimaa lake district. Before the opera evening, take a stroll along the waterfront promenade,
past wooden jetties and boat moorings, over the small bridges to Riihisaari Island and on to Olavinlinna Castle.
From the Nature Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän, you can reach Linnansaari National Park with its lakeside paths and viewpoints in just a few minutes. Alternatively, the panoramic road leads over the Punkaharju ridge through pine forest and over narrow ridges that accompany the lake on the left and right.
Your travel option 4 days, 3 nights
Nature Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän
The resort is located directly on Lake Saimaa and Linnansaari National Park, about 55 kilometres from Savonlinna. Modern suites and chalets, a spa with warm pools and sauna, plus a restaurant serving regional cuisine.
Panoramic double room
The large panoramic windows offer views of the forest. The interior design is Nordic in style with warm woods and fine textures.
The room offers a spacious king-size bed, a small kitchenette for morning tea, a mini fridge and a modern bathroom.
The highlight is the private sauna in the room, ideal for unwinding after an evening at the opera.
On the day of the Savonlinna Opera Festival, you will travel by boat from Järvisydän across Lake Saimaa, enjoy a three-course meal on board and arrive directly at the medieval Olavinlinna Castle. After the performance, a bus will take you back to the resort in comfort.
Travel details (example for the performance on 31 July 2027)
Travel dates 30 July to 2 August 2027
Accommodation Nature Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän, Panoramic double room
The opera ‘Carmen’ at Olavinlinna Castle on 31 July 2027, ticket category: 1 or 2
Boat trip with three-course meal on the day of the opera and return transfer by bus
Travel price from €1,290 per person in a double room/ticket category 1
Travel price from €1,270 per person in a double room/ticket category 2
Travel price from €1,610 per person in a single room/ticket category 1
Travel price from €1,590 per person in a single room/ticket category 2
Would you like to stay longer? You are welcome to extend your stay at the resort or add a stopover in Helsinki.
Your individual journey
We will book your flights from your desired airport.
Depending on your preferences, we can organise private transfers.
A hire car is available on site on request.
What is included in the price
- 3 nights at the Nature Hotel & Spa Resort Järvisydän, Panoramic double room
- Opera tickets in category 1 or 2 for a performance on your travel date
- Panoramic boat trip with three-course meal on the day of the opera and return transfer by bus after the performance
This trip is tailored to your individual needs. We are happy to adjust your travel dates, arrival and extension to suit your requirements.
For a non-binding booking enquiry
Telephone +49 30 21964804
