Marché Artisanal Médiéval de Najac
Medieval market and banquet at the foot of the royal fortress of Najac
About Marché Médiéval Najac
A medieval day in an exceptional village
Najac, listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, offers an ideal setting for a journey back in time. Dominated by its 13th-century royal fortress, the village, stretched along its rocky ridge above the gorges of the Aveyron, transforms for a day into a lively medieval town.
Artisan market and demonstrations
From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., the medieval artisan market extends from rue du Bourguet to the Maison du Gouverneur. Artisans in period costumes showcase their skills: leatherwork, blacksmithing, pottery, illumination, weaving, and armor making. Demonstrations and workshops on medieval crafts punctuate the day, allowing visitors to discover ancestral techniques.
Medieval dance and entertainment
The company Alagramgor offers workshops and performances of medieval dance throughout the day around the Maison du Gouverneur. Musicians, jugglers, and fire-eaters entertain the village streets for complete immersion in the Middle Ages atmosphere.
Evening medieval banquet
From 7 p.m., a medieval banquet is offered on rue de la Loge, hosted by the company Alagramgor and staged by Les Délices de l'Histoire. Guests are invited to come in period costume for an immersive experience. Reservations are mandatory for the banquet.
Marché Médiéval Najac — edition 2026
An immersion in the 13th century at the foot of the fortress
On Thursday, May 14, 2026, the Cultura Najac association and the Maison du Gouverneur transform the village of Najac, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, into a true medieval town. From Rue du Bourguet to the Maison du Gouverneur, costumed artisans, re-enactors, and performance companies bring medieval daily life back to life in the cobbled streets dominated by the royal fortress.
Craft market and demonstrations (10 am-6 pm)
From 10 am to 6 pm, the medieval craft market stretches from Rue du Bourguet to the Maison du Gouverneur. Blacksmiths, soap makers, weavers, and other representatives of ancient trades present their know-how and offer their medieval-inspired creations. Demonstrations and introductions to ancestral techniques punctuate the day. Free access.
Living encampment at the Maison du Gouverneur (10 am-5 pm)
The Compagnie des Parias du Rouergue occupies every space of the Maison du Gouverneur (CIAP) for a living re-enactment: armory, medieval kitchen, counterfeiters' workshop, sewing, medieval hygiene. A troupe of medieval mercenaries animates these scenes of daily life in the 13th century. Price: 5 € (reduced 3.50 €, free -12 years).
Royal fortress and encampment (10:30 am-6 pm)
Within the castle grounds, knights, jugglers, and entertainment complete the immersion. Price: 7 € (reduced 5.50 €).
Workshops, medieval dances and music
Throughout the day: basketry workshops for children (from 6 years old, slots 10 am-12 pm and 2:30 pm-4:30 pm), parades, dance workshops (medieval ball and carole), dance shows, and traditional music concerts in the streets. Visitors are invited to come in costume.
Flavors market and medieval banquet (from 7 pm)
In the evening, on Rue de la Loge, the flavors market and the medieval banquet take over. The meal, prepared according to 13th and 14th-century recipes, is offered by Les Délices de l'Histoire (Dame Béatrice and Maître Jehan) and animated by the Compagnie Alagramgor. Reservation required (limited places) — dedicated contact at 06 24 41 48 74.
Programme Marché Médiéval Najac 2026
Thursday, May 14, 2026
- 10:00 am — 5:00 pm · Living re-enactment at the Maison du Gouverneur · Compagnie des Parias du Rouergue · 13th-century daily life scenes: kitchen, armory, counterfeiters' workshop, sewing, medieval hygiene (5 € / 3.50 € / free -12 years)
- 10:00 am — 6:00 pm · Medieval craft market · From Rue du Bourguet to the Maison du Gouverneur · Blacksmiths, soap makers, weavers, creators, and demonstrations of ancient trades (free access)
- 10:30 am — 6:00 pm · Royal fortress and encampment · Knights, jugglers, and entertainment within the castle grounds (7 € / 5.50 €)
- 10:00 am — 12:00 pm · Basketry workshop for children (from 6 years old)
- 2:30 pm — 4:30 pm · Basketry workshop for children (from 6 years old)
- All day · Parades, dance workshops (medieval ball, carole), dance shows, and traditional music concerts in the village streets
- From 7:00 pm · Flavors market and medieval banquet · Rue de la Loge · Meal offered by Les Délices de l'Histoire, animated by the Compagnie Alagramgor · 13th-14th century recipes · By reservation (06 24 41 48 74)
Tip: come in period costume to fully enjoy the immersion.
Highlights Marché Médiéval Najac 2026
- Medieval craft market with free access from 10 am to 6 pm
- 13th-century living encampment animated by the Compagnie des Parias du Rouergue at the Maison du Gouverneur
- Royal fortress animated by knights and jugglers
- Basketry workshops for children from 6 years old
- Medieval banquet in the evening by Les Délices de l'Histoire, animated by the Compagnie Alagramgor
- Village classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France
Prices Marché Médiéval Najac 2026
Practical information — Marché Médiéval Najac
Practical Information
Access
The market takes place from rue du Bourguet to the Maison du Gouverneur, in the village of Najac (12270), Aveyron.
- By car: From Villefranche-de-Rouergue (20 km), follow D922. From Rodez (55 km), follow D994 then D922.
- By train: Najac SNCF station (Brive–Rodez line).
- Parking: Free parking at the entrance of the village.
Opening Hours
- Artisan market: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Medieval banquet: from 7:00 p.m. (by reservation)
Prices
Market with free admission. Medieval banquet by reservation (price communicated by the organizer).
Contact
- Organizer: Association Cultura Najac
- Email: [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Marché Médiéval Najac
Village de Najac — de la rue du Bourguet à la Maison du Gouverneur
Rue du Bourguet à la Maison du Gouverneur, 12270 Najac