About Toul Flamboyante

Toul Flamboyante is a medieval festival held annually in June at the foot of Saint-Étienne Cathedral in Toul. For a weekend, the fortified city travels back in time and transforms into a living medieval town with costumed artisans, knights, musicians, a dragon, fire shows, and activities for the whole family. Merchants from all over France offer jewelry, leather goods, wood crafts, wrought iron accessories, ancient games, costumes, and medieval treats.

Toul Plunges Back into the Middle Ages

Every year in June, the city of Toul, a fortified town in Meurthe-et-Moselle with twenty centuries of history, opens its doors to the Middle Ages for an exceptional weekend. Toul Flamboyante transforms the area around Saint-Étienne Cathedral, a masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic architecture, into a true medieval city brought to life by hundreds of costumed reenactors.

A Life-Sized Medieval Village

At the foot of the cathedral, a medieval village comes alive with its artisan workshops, taverns, and parade grounds. Visitors are transported to an authentic atmosphere where they can experience:

Artisans: blacksmiths, tanners, potters, illuminators, calligraphers, and spinners revive ancient crafts before the public's eyes.

Knights and Warriors: jousting, medieval combat demonstrations, and armored fights.

Musicians and Troubadours: medieval music, jesters, and jugglers.

Fire Shows: fire-breathers and flaming jugglers light up the night.

Dragon: an impressive creature roams the city streets.

Merchants and Medieval Flavors

Merchants from all over France offer handcrafted jewelry, leather goods, carved wood, wrought iron accessories, ancient games, period costumes, and medieval decorations. The taverns serve medieval treats: mead, ale, old-fashioned cooked dishes, and traditional pastries.

The Exceptional Setting of Toul

The Saint-Étienne Cathedral, with its 15th-century flamboyant Gothic facade, provides a magnificent and authentic backdrop for this festival. The adjacent cloister, medieval streets, and city ramparts contribute to creating a unique immersive atmosphere in the Grand Est region.

An Unmissable Summer Event

Having become an unmissable summer event in Lorraine over the years, Toul Flamboyante attracts thousands of visitors each year to rediscover the medieval heritage of this former episcopal city.

Practical information — Toul Flamboyante

Access and Transport

Toul is located 23 km west of Nancy, in the heart of the Toulois region. The city is easily accessible by road and train.

By Car: Take the A31 motorway, exit at Toul, then follow signs for the historic city center. Several free parking lots are available near the cathedral, including the 'champ de foire' parking and the train station parking. Specific signage is in place during the festival.
By Train: Toul station, served by TER trains from Nancy (20-minute journey). The cathedral is a 10-minute walk from the station. Trains run regularly on weekends.
By Bike: Toul is connected to the network of cycle routes and greenways. The Moselle loop passes nearby.

Festival Location

The festival takes place at the foot of the majestic Saint-Étienne Cathedral of Toul, a masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic architecture, and in the adjacent streets of the historic center. The medieval village is set up on the parvis and squares around the cathedral. The cloister of Saint-Gengoult collegiate church, a short walk away, is also worth a visit.

Opening Hours

Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm (with evening fire shows). Sunday from 11 am to 6 pm. It is recommended to arrive early to fully enjoy the activities, especially the continuous craft demonstrations.

Prices

Access to the festival is completely free. Food and purchases from merchants are subject to a fee. Bring cash, as some merchants do not accept credit cards.

Food and Drink

Medieval taverns are set up on site, offering mead, ale (medieval beer), old-fashioned cooked dishes, grilled meats, medieval pastries, and other period specialties. A refreshment stand also offers modern drinks.

Practical Tips

Come in costume! Visitors in medieval attire contribute to the atmosphere and are warmly welcomed. Costume accessories are available for purchase from merchants. Wear comfortable shoes for walking on cobblestones. In case of hot weather, water points are available on site.

For Families

Many activities are specifically designed for children: archery, calligraphy, medieval games, puppet shows. Strollers can easily navigate the site.

Contact and Information

City of Toul: www.toul.fr
Tourist Office of Terres Touloises: tourisme-terrestouloises.com
The detailed program is published on the city's website a few weeks before the event.

Toul Flamboyante