*The Beethovenfest (‘Beethoven Festival’) is a classical music festival in Bonn, Germany, dedicated mostly to the music of Ludwig van Beethoven who was born there. It dates back to 1845 when the composer’s 75th anniversary of birth was celebrated by unveiling his monument and performing major works.
First held irregularly, it is now an annual event, presenting around 70 concerts of international orchestras, ensembles and soloists in more than 20 venues in the town and the region.