Gallic Wars Reenactment
Giant historical reenactment at MuséoParc Alésia
About Gallic Wars at Alesia
The Gallic Wars Reenactment is a major historical event organized every summer at MuséoParc Alésia, in Alise-Sainte-Reine in Côte-d'Or. More than 200 volunteer reenactors - Gauls, Romans, and Germans - take over the archaeological site to bring back to life the combats, daily life, and know-how of Antiquity. Visitors discover continuously animated camps, demonstrations of ancient techniques, and spectacular military maneuvers on the very site of the famous battle of 52 BC.
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Relive the Battle of Alesia
Every summer, the MuséoParc Alésia hosts a large-scale historical reenactment event: "De Bello Gallico", the Gallic Wars Reenactment. On the very site where Vercingetorix confronted the legions of Julius Caesar in 52 BC, more than 200 reenactors passionate about history and archaeology gather to bring this pivotal period of Gallic history back to life.
Immersive Camps
Visitors can freely explore the Gallic, Roman, and Germanic camps, open continuously from 10 am to 7 pm. In each camp, reenactors present the daily life of ancient armies: military equipment, food, artisanal techniques (blacksmithing, weaving, pottery, metalworking). Demonstrations of military maneuvers, sword fighting, and Roman tactical formations punctuate the two days.
A World Heritage Site
The MuséoParc Alésia, managed by the Department of Côte-d'Or, is an interpretation center designed by architect Bernard Tschumi. It overlooks the remains of the Gallo-Roman city of Alesia and offers modern museography retracing the siege of 52 BC. The reenactment is labeled Olympiade culturelle and is one of the highlights of the site's summer programming.
Gallic Wars at Alesia — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Gallic Wars Reenactment is scheduled for July 11th and 12th at MuséoParc Alésia. Over 200 reenactors are expected to animate the Gallic, Roman, and Germanic camps on the archaeological site of Alise-Sainte-Reine.
The Gallic Wars Reenactment 2026 will take place on July 11th and 12th at MuséoParc Alésia. The historical camps will be animated continuously from 10 am to 7 pm, with over 200 reenactors, demonstrations of ancient techniques, and spectacular military maneuvers.
Highlights Gallic Wars at Alesia 2026
- Over 200 reenactors expected
- Gallic, Roman, and Germanic camps
- Artisanal and military demonstrations
- Included in the MuséoParc entrance ticket
Prices Gallic Wars at Alesia 2026
Practical information — Gallic Wars at Alesia
Practical Information
Location: MuséoParc Alésia, 1 route des Trois Ormeaux, 21150 Alise-Sainte-Reine.
Dates: A weekend in July (usually mid-July). Hours: 10 am - 7 pm.
Prices: Adult: €23.50 online (€25 on-site). Junior (7-17 years): €16 online (€18 on-site). Free for children under 7. Access to the camps and demonstrations is included in the entrance ticket.
Access: Alise-Sainte-Reine is located 60 km northwest of Dijon. Free parking on site.
Contact: Official website: www.alesia.com
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MuséoParc Alésia
1 route des Trois Ormeaux, 21150 Alise-Sainte-Reine