Vienna Townhouse Bach Leipzig

Reproductions of Bach's own handwritten scores run along the walls of every room, which tells you almost everything about this apartment hotel on Thomaskirchhof, steps from St. Thomas Church where the man himself worked. The 52 apartments lean into the musical theme without apology, some overlooking the Bach Memorial, others facing a quiet garden. There's a small wellness area and a summer terrace for breakfast, should you need a break from the 18th century.

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