Medieval of the Lords of Thil
Medieval Festival at the Fortress of Thil, in Burgundy
2026
About Medieval of the Lords of Thil
The Médiévale des Seigneurs de Thil is a medieval festival organized every summer at the Forteresse de Thil, in Vic-sous-Thil (Côte-d'Or), by the association Enchantez Thil. In this important site of Burgundian heritage — presented as « the oldest fortified castle in France » according to André Malraux — re-enactment companies, knights in armor, artisans, and encampments bring the Middle Ages back to life for a weekend, with shows, medieval games, and an artisan market.
Medieval of the Lords of Thil — edition 2026
17th edition of the Médiévale des Seigneurs de Thil, on August 8 and 9, 2026 at the Forteresse de Thil. Encampments, knights, interactive shows, medieval games, magic, and artisan market.
Highlights Medieval of the Lords of Thil 2026
- 17th edition, August 8 and 9, 2026
- Forteresse de Thil, « the oldest fortified castle in France » (A. Malraux)
- Encampments, knights in armor, and historical re-enactment companies
- « Le parcours des Petits Chevaliers de Thil » (interactive show)
- Magic, medieval games, and artisan market
Programme Medieval of the Lords of Thil 2026
Continuous entertainment on Saturday, August 8 (10:30 AM-8 PM) and Sunday, August 9 (10:30 AM-6:30 PM): mercenary camp, artisan camps (candles, pewter foundry, medieval cuisine), knights in armor, « Le parcours des Petits Chevaliers de Thil » (The Path of the Little Knights of Thil), medieval games, « La justice au Moyen Âge » (Justice in the Middle Ages) show (preview), magic hub with « Secrets d'Ailleurs » (Perceval and the Enchanters of the Year 1000), medieval artisan market (forge, woodworking). Food and refreshment stand on site.
Prices Medieval of the Lords of Thil 2026
Medieval of the Lords of Thil — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 8 August to 9 August 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Medieval of the Lords of Thil
Practical Information
Dates and Times
- Saturday, August 8, 2026: 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
- Sunday, August 9, 2026: 10:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Prices
- 4-12 years: 6 €
- 13 years and older: 9 €
Location
Forteresse de Thil, 1 chemin de Thil, 21390 Vic-sous-Thil (Côte-d'Or).
Contact
- Organizer: Association Enchantez Thil
- Phone: 06 08 23 24 19
- Email: [email protected]
- Website: medievaledesseigneursdethil.blog4ever.com
A Dive into the Heart of the Middle Ages at the Forteresse de Thil
On August 8 and 9, 2026, the Forteresse de Thil will don its colorful attire to celebrate the 17th anniversary of its medieval festival. Perched on its hill, this fortress is presented as « the oldest fortified castle in France » according to André Malraux, an exceptional setting for a family medieval immersion.
Companies, Encampments, and Knights
The fortress's host companies animate the site: a mercenary camp offering its services to the highest bidder, artisan camps where you can discover candle making, tin founding, or cooking in the Middle Ages, not to mention valiant knights in armor.
Shows and Entertainment
- « The Path of the Little Knights of Thil »: an interactive show where apprentice knights test their bravery, skill, and endurance through various trials to be knighted and join the army of Constable Jean II de Thil.
- Medieval games
- « Justice in the Middle Ages »: a preview of the new show by Baudoin Servicial de Thil.
- Magic comes to the festival: a dedicated area, the profession of Perceval, the host of the Fortress, with the magical objects from the Roulotte Enchantée and the show « Secrets d'Ailleurs », a mix of theater and illusions by Perceval and the Enchanteurs de l'An Mil.
- The medieval market and its creators: some set up their workshop-stall to talk about their art (forging, woodworking…).
And many more surprises. Food and refreshment stand on site.
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