Edition 2025
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Medieval Festival of Désaignes
Désaignes — Ardèche (07)
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09 Aug 2025
— 10 Aug 2025
Edition
2025
2025
Edition 2025 — Finished
Edition 2025 — Medieval of Désaignes
The 17th edition of the Medieval Festival of Désaignes was held on August 9 and 10, 2025, in the fortified village. The edition was themed around minstrels and troubadours. On the program: jousts, European historical martial arts, equestrian shows, street theater, archery, storytellers, a craft market, a tavern, roasted pig, and fire shows.
17th Medieval Festival of Désaignes (2025) — Minstrels and Troubadours
On August 9 and 10, 2025, the 17th edition of the Medieval Festival took over the fortified village of Désaignes, themed around minstrels and troubadours for a friendly and immersive experience.
The program featured jousting demonstrations, European Historical Martial Arts, equestrian shows, historical and humorous street theater, archery initiations, medieval storytellers, and medieval music concerts.
The craft market brought together artisans of medieval art. The tavern and the traditional roasted pig fed the festival-goers, while the fire shows on Saturday evening concluded this edition in style in the illuminated village streets.
Highlights
- 17th edition themed around minstrels and troubadours
- Jousts, European Historical Martial Arts, and equestrian shows
- Historical and humorous street theater
- Archery, storytellers, and medieval music concerts
- Craft market, tavern, and roasted pig
- Evening fire shows
Prices
Admission to the medieval village at a modest price. Food available on site.