Medieval Festival of Baugé
Medieval animations at the foot of the Château de Baugé
About Medieval Festival of Baugé
The Medieval Festival of Baugé: Reliving the Middle Ages in Anjou
Baugé-en-Anjou boasts exceptional medieval heritage. The Château de Baugé, a hunting lodge of King René of Anjou in the 15th century, and the Battle of Vieil-Baugé in 1421, a major Franco-Scottish victory in the Hundred Years' War, have inscribed this Anjou town in France's medieval history. It is in this historical setting that medieval animation days take place each summer, transforming the castle and its gardens into a true medieval village.
Immersive Animations for the Whole Family
The medieval days of Baugé offer a rich and varied program of animations that transport visitors to the time of knights and troubadours:
- Historical Reenactments: medieval camps, daily life in the Middle Ages, period costumes and armor
- Medieval Crafts: demonstrations of leatherwork, calligraphy and illumination, pottery, stone carving, basket weaving, clog making
- Martial Arts and Military: knight combats, archery demonstrations, medieval weapon handling
- Shows and Music: troubadour music, medieval tales, dances, historical sketches
- Games and Activities: ancient board games, introduction to medieval fencing, flint fire starting
Specialized Reenactment Companies
The animations are provided by renowned historical reenactment companies, including the Alliance des Lions d'Anjou, the Compagnie Plantagenêt, and the Compagnie des Archers Ligériens. These troupes, passionate about living history, offer rigorous and educational reenactments, allowing visitors to touch, handle, and experience medieval daily life.
The Battle of Vieil-Baugé: A Living Heritage
On March 22, 1421, Franco-Scottish troops commanded by the Constable of Buchan won a decisive victory against the English led by the Duke of Clarence on the banks of the Couasnon, at Vieil-Baugé. This battle, a true revenge for the defeat at Agincourt in 1415, is periodically celebrated with grand medieval festivals, such as the one organized in 2022 for its 600th anniversary. The regular summer animations at the castle perpetuate the memory of this exceptional historical heritage.
Medieval Festival of Baugé — edition 2026
Throughout summer 2026, the Château de Baugé (King René's castle) hosts medieval animation days. From July 11th to August 17th, re-enactment companies, artisans, storytellers, and demonstrators bring the Middle Ages back to life in the gardens and palace: calligraphy, leatherwork, ancient board games, tastings of old-time beverages, weapon demonstrations, and combat techniques. The animations are included in the castle entrance ticket.
Medieval Animations — Summer 2026
From July 11th to August 17th, 2026, the Château de Baugé offers a season of medieval animations in the heart of King René's palace. Several companies take turns throughout the summer to revive the gestures and know-how of the Middle Ages.
La Compagnie Plantagenêt — July 11th and 12th, 2026
La Compagnie Plantagenêt kicks off the festivities: artisans and enthusiasts present medieval daily life through demonstrations of calligraphy, leatherwork, board games, and tastings of old-time beverages.
L'Alliance des Lions d'Anjou — July 27th, 2026
L'Alliance des Lions d'Anjou recreates a medieval tournament atmosphere: culinary traditions, weapon demonstrations, combat techniques, and presentation of defensive equipment.
Animations generally take place from 10 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2 PM to 6 PM (storytelling at 3 PM), and are included in the castle entrance ticket. For additional dates and companies of the season, consult the official castle agenda.
Programme Medieval Festival of Baugé 2026
Saturday, July 11th and Sunday, July 12th, 2026 — Compagnie Plantagenêt
- Demonstrations of calligraphy, leatherwork, medieval board games
- Tastings of old-time beverages
- 10 AM-12:30 PM and 2 PM-6 PM · King René's palace
Monday, July 27th, 2026 — Alliance des Lions d'Anjou
- Medieval tournament atmosphere: weapon demonstrations, combat techniques
- Presentation of defensive equipment, culinary traditions
- 10 AM-12:30 PM and 2 PM-6 PM
Medieval animations all summer from July 11th to August 17th, 2026, included in the castle entrance ticket.
Prices Medieval Festival of Baugé 2026
Practical information — Medieval Festival of Baugé
Practical Information
Location
Château de Baugé and apothecary museum, town center of Baugé-en-Anjou.
Dates
Several days of medieval animations in July and August. Specific dates announced each year on the castle's website.
Opening Hours
From 10 AM to 12:30 PM and from 2 PM to 6 PM. Storytelling at 3 PM.
Access
By car: Baugé-en-Anjou is located 40 km northeast of Angers and 50 km from Saumur. Free parking in the town center.
By train: Angers station (40 km), then car.
Prices
Animations are included in the castle entrance ticket. Reduced price for children. Free for under 7s.
Contact
Château de Baugé: 02 41 84 00 74 — chateau-bauge.fr
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Château et apothicairerie de Baugé
Château de Baugé, 49150 Baugé-en-Anjou