FAQ / Frequently asked questions about the Germany Tattoo - Royal Music Show
How often does the programme change?
The programme varies between the venues and is put together anew every year.
How long does an event usually last?
The duration of the event is usually around 3 hours per show including a 20-minute break.
May photographs be taken of the show?
Photographs for private use with mobile phones are permitted. The personal rights of third parties must be respected at all times. The making of film or sound recordings of any kind and their publication online or offline without the permission of the organiser is prohibited.
It is forbidden to use photo, film or video cameras or other recording devices at one of the events without prior written permission, which, due to their quality, type and size, are obviously not solely for private use.
Do ticket holders for the Deutschland Tattoo - Royal Music Show at Kaltenberg Castle have access to the Highland Games?
Yes, admission is free for all holders of a valid ticket for the evening event in the arena.
Can visitors to the Highland Games attend the Deutschland Tattoo-Royal Music Show in the arena?
No, tickets for the Highland Games only do not give access to the evening event in the arena. However, tickets for the evening event can be purchased at the box office.
Is it permitted to leave the grounds of Kaltenberg Castle in the meantime in order to return at a later date?
Yes, leaving the grounds is permitted and will be handled by the admission staff at the main entrance.
Are there enough parking spaces?
For information about the parking situation please follow the links:
D-Tattoo Krefeld: Yayla Arena (ehemals Königpalast)
D-Tattoo Kaltenberg: Schloss Kaltenberg
D-Tattoo Loreley: Loreley Freilichtbühne
D-Tattoo Frankfurt: Festhalle Frankfurt
D-Tattoo Magdeburg: GETEC Arena
D-Tattoo Ludwigsburg: MHP Arena Ludwigsburg
D-Tattoo Halle Westfalen: OWL-Arena
Information for people with disabilities:
D-Tattoo Krefeld: Yayla Arena
D-Tattoo Kaltenberg: Schloss Kaltenberg
D-Tattoo Loreley: Loreley Freilichtbühne
D-Tattoo Frankfurt: Festhalle Frankfurt
D-Tattoo Magdeburg: GETEC Arena
D-Tattoo Ludwigsburg: MHP Arena Ludwigsburg
D-Tattoo Halle Westfalen: OWL-Arena
Where can I buy tickets for people with disabilities?
Via the ticket hotline (Reservix)
069 407 662 580
Was is a Drum Major?
The drum major leads the pipes and drums and gives the musicians the commands relating to the march and the music. He conducts the marching formation, so to speak, either with his "mace" or with his right hand.
In the British Army, the function of drum major was first introduced in the drum corps in 1650. Trumpeters, pipers and drummers were not musicians in that sense but transmitters of instructions and orders. The "drums and pipes" were commanded by a drum major who watched over their military discipline, trained them in their function and had to defend them in the field.
With the advent of military concert orchestras in the 18th century, the position of drum major was incorporated into the music service. Drum majors are trained at appropriate academies. Drum majors usually develop their own style with which they shape the appearance of a band.
Drum majors are used in marching bands around the world, in military and high school bands, and especially in pipe bands. Because of their special position, they wear a uniform with much more elaborate regalia and effects.
Parking and Camping at Castle Kaltenberg
Parking Kaltenberg Castle
Parking of vehicles in the vicinity of Kaltenberg Castle is possible and will be charged at 3.- Euro per vehicle.
Coaches are excepted; please register them in good time with the castle administration.
Camping Kaltenberg Castle
You are welcome to stay overnight with your motorhome in the car park, but electricity is not available. The cost is EUR 8.00 (cars EUR 4.00, cars with trailers EUR 12.00), and the space will be allocated to you by our parking attendants.