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La Giostra del Monaco

Archery and crossbow tournaments, music, dancing, and a knight battle to gain the title of Este Paladin

From August 27th to September 6th, 2026 in Ferrara, the mediaeval re-enactment, which takes place in the beautiful area of the Baluardo della Fortezza (Viale IV Novembre) where the ancient Castle Tedaldo used to stand, returns.

There will be a medieval camp with daily life scenes, duels, archery and crossbow tournaments, the merchants' street, and a tavern where it will be possible to taste local specialities.

Flag-waving games, musicians, fire-eaters, ladies and knights lead the visitors through the evocative atmosphere of the Middle Ages.
The most important event is the “Giostra del Monaco” where the knights fight for the title of Paladin.


Details

Place
Info on the program
  • Free
Contacts
+ 39 335 6098774
segreteria@contradadisangiacomo.it

Information offices

Tourist Information Office Ferrara

Last update 22/06/2026
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