Medieval Festival at Château de la Roche-Courbon
Medieval historical reenactment in a Renaissance castle
About Medieval Roche-Courbon
The Medieval Festival at Château de la Roche-Courbon transforms this magnificent Renaissance castle into a real medieval camp every year. On the castle's esplanade, historical encampments, a medieval market, combat demonstrations, and period entertainment immerse visitors in the Middle Ages. A family event that combines heritage discovery and quality historical reenactment.
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A castle nicknamed the "Sleeping Beauty Castle"
The Château de la Roche-Courbon, located in Saint-Porchaire, is one of the most beautiful castles in Charente-Maritime. A Renaissance building surrounded by moats and French gardens, it offers an exceptional setting for the annual medieval reenactment.
Medieval Military Camp
A real medieval military camp with period tents, authentic weapons, and equipment is set up on the castle's esplanade. Historical reenactment groups present the daily life of medieval warriors, their combat techniques, their weaponry, and their military organization.
Medieval Market and Crafts
A Medieval Market offers artisanal products, period items, leatherwork, blacksmithing, pottery, and other ancestral crafts. Artisans in period costume showcase their traditional skills and offer their creations.
Entertainment for the Whole Family
Sword fight demonstrations, archery, jugglers, musicians, and interactive entertainment punctuate this medieval day. Children can participate in medieval games and workshops to discover medieval life in a fun way.
Medieval Roche-Courbon — edition 2026
Medieval Festival 2026 at Château de la Roche-Courbon
Medieval Festival 2026
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the Château de la Roche-Courbon will host its annual medieval festival. On the castle's esplanade, a historical camp, a medieval market, and period entertainment will immerse visitors in the world of the Middle Ages.
Heritage and Living History
This day will allow visitors to discover both the magnificent heritage of the Renaissance castle and experience an immersive journey into the Middle Ages thanks to quality historical reenactments.
Highlights Medieval Roche-Courbon 2026
- Medieval military camp
- Medieval Market
- Combat and weapon demonstrations
- Artisans in period costume
- Visit to the castle and gardens
- Family entertainment
Prices Medieval Roche-Courbon 2026
Practical information — Medieval Roche-Courbon
Practical Information
Location
Château de la Roche-Courbon
17250 Saint-Porchaire
Date
Sunday in July (usually the third Sunday)
Access
- By car: A10 exit Saintes, direction Saint-Porchaire
- Free parking near the castle
- Signage from Saint-Porchaire
Hours
Full day, usually 10 am-7 pm
Prices
- Ticket includes castle visit and medieval entertainment
- Adult: approximately €10-12
- Child: reduced rate
- Free for children under 6
Contact
Château de la Roche-Courbon
Tel: 05 46 95 60 10
www.larochecourbon.fr
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Château de la Roche-Courbon
Château de la Roche-Courbon, 17250 Saint-Porchaire