In 1633, the residents of Oberammergau vowed that if they were spared from the bubonic plague sweeping the region, they would produce a play for all time depicting the life and death of Jesus.
The first play was performed in 1634, and it has run ever since - for 380 years. It’s the world’s longest-running play and widely regarded as the most important Passion Play in the world.
Please note: the Oberammergau Passion Play land tours will only be sold together with one of our river cruise itineraries.
Originally scheduled for 2020, the organisers have postponed the play until 2022.
