Group trip · 22 August 2026

A day in the Middle Ages, together.

At the foot of Churburg castle (Castel Coira), in Val Venosta (Vinschgau), the Alpine region's largest historical reenactment comes to life. El Brenz takes you where historical Tyrol lives again.

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Only 54 places · reduced rate for members · early-bird bonus until 31 July

Jousting tournament: two knights charge with lowered lances in a Codex Manesse miniature
Miniature from the Codex Manesse (c. 1300–1340), Heidelberg University Library, public domain.

A taste in one minute

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Two thousand knights, a leap across eight centuries

For one day the plain of Sluderno travels back in time: 2,000 reenactors from 11 nations, chivalric tournaments with caparisoned horses and shattering lances, parades and combats, a great medieval market and encampments where people truly live and cook.

  • Tournaments and jousting
  • Great medieval market
  • Encampments and craftsmen at work
  • Archery and activities for children
  • Music, jugglers, shows
  • Most attractions free within the grounds

The setting

In the shadow of Tyrol's armoury

Watching over the event stands one of South Tyrol's best-preserved castles. Churburg (Castel Coira), built in the mid-13th century by the prince-bishop of Chur Henry of Montfort, later held by the lords of Matsch and then, from the 16th century, by the counts of Trapp, who still own it today. Never destroyed in eight centuries, it holds the world's largest private armoury: some fifty complete suits of armour from the workshops of Milan and Innsbruck.

For us it is no ordinary backdrop: it is historical Tyrol returning, the same history that also runs through the nose valli (our valleys).

Not just any trip

A group trip means living history side by side, recognising ourselves in a shared heritage, helping our community grow. By becoming a member you don't just book a seat: you support the culture, the language and the memory of the Valli del Noce.

Practical information

When
Saturday, 22 August 2026 · Sluderno and Churburg, Val Venosta (event open 10.00–24.00)
Programme
Departure from Malè at 7:30 · Grand historical parade at 10:30 · Return in the evening, arrival expected around midnight. Packed lunch.
Fee
Participation fee: no more than 60 € per person (coach travel and entry to the Ritterspiele). 30 € deposit at sign-up. The balance, never above the stated fee, will be communicated before departure.
Sign-up
Open until Friday 14 August 2026. Limited places: coach with 54 seats.

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El Brenz members travel at a reduced rate; non-members pay the full price. During sign-up you can check your rate and, if you like, join on the spot.

info@elbrenz.eu · +39 347 107 7636

Raìs fonde no le 'nglacia

(Deep roots do not freeze)

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