1946
since
~82
Editions
Overview
About
Smetanova Litomyšl is held each summer in the courtyard of the Renaissance castle in Litomyšl, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the birthplace of composer Bedřich Smetana. Founded in 1949, it is the largest open air classical music festival in the Czech Republic, built mainly around opera alongside symphonic, chamber and vocal concerts. The programme brings together Czech and international orchestras, singers and ensembles across opera, symphonic music and ballet.
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Practical info
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Transport
- Parking
- Shuttle service
Getting there
Location
II. zámecké nádvoří, Zámek Litomyšl, 570 01 Litomyšl, Czech Republic
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Past editions
2026Jun 12 – Jul 5, 202611 artists
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