Les Médiévales de Ferrette
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Edition 2024 — Médiévales de Ferrette
The 2024 edition of Les Médiévales de Ferrette celebrated the 700th anniversary of the marriage of Jeanne de Ferrette to Albert II of Habsburg in 1324. On June 29th and 30th, the castle and town of Ferrette hosted medieval encampments, equestrian jousts, an artisanal market, fire shows, troubadour concerts, and a grand medieval ball.
2024 Edition — Jeanne's Wedding
On June 29th and 30th, 2024, Les Médiévales de Ferrette celebrated the 700th anniversary of the marriage of Jeanne de Ferrette to Albert II of Habsburg (1324), a historical event that attached the County of Ferrette to the House of Habsburg. At the foot of the castle, visitors could discover recreated medieval encampments, an artisanal market, demonstrations of ancient sports, and workshops for children.
The highlights of this edition included spectacular equestrian jousts, theatrical performances recounting the story of Jeanne de Ferrette, a circus show, the medieval and folk ball on Saturday evening with the group L'Envolée, and a fire show at 10 PM. The final procession on Sunday at 5 PM concluded this commemorative edition in a festive and moving atmosphere.
Programme
Program for the 2024 Edition
Saturday, June 29th (10 AM - 11 PM)
- Medieval Encampments: Reenactment of daily life in the Middle Ages
- Artisanal Market: Period stalls and craftspeople
- Equestrian Jousts and Battles: Epic demonstrations
- Ancient Sports Workshops: Archery, fencing
- Children's Activities: Carousel, alchemy workshop, medieval farm
- Minstrels and Troubadours: Medieval music and songs
- Medieval and Folk Ball: 7 PM to midnight
- Fire Show: at 10 PM
Sunday, June 30th (10 AM - 6 PM)
- Encampments and Market: Medieval daily life
- Shows and Demonstrations: Throughout the day
- Activities and Workshops: For the whole family
- Final Procession: at 5 PM
Highlights
Highlights of the 2024 Edition
- Theme: 700th anniversary of the marriage of Jeanne de Ferrette (1324)
- Equestrian Jousts at the foot of the castle
- Fire Show on Saturday evening
- Medieval and Folk Ball until midnight
- Final Procession on Sunday
Prices
From 5.00€ — 10.00€
Where does it take place — Médiévales de Ferrette
Château de Ferrette et centre-bourg
Rue du Château, 68480 Ferrette