Knights at the Devín Castle
The Fellowship of Ancient Martial Arts and Crafts humbly invites the nobles to Devín Castle to see the unseen, hear the unheard and experience the unseen!
On Saturday, August 3rd, it’s time again to experience the revival of knights and brave warriors at the majestic Devin Castle overlooking the confluence of the Morava and Danube rivers.
Visit history and enjoy a great programme!
What awaits you?
🕙 10:00 – Opening of the gates of Devín Castle
🕚 11:00 – Opening ceremony full of sword fighting and archery
🕛 12:00 – Show “Trials by God”
How were legal disputes resolved in the Middle Ages? For example, even through duels to the death.
🕐 13:00 – Oriental Dances
Dances with the magical atmosphere of the Orient, featuring veils and sabres.
🕑 14:00 – Show “The Secret of the Slavic Sword”
A story from the Slavic world connected to an archaeological find of an ancient sword.
🕒 15:00 – Magician’s Puppet Show
A puppet theatre about the journey of a knight and his friend – a little rabbit.
🕓 16:00 – Tournament of the Brave
A fairytale story inspired by the Middle Ages where brave knights on horses – and even an uninvited villain – compete for the hand of a beautiful princess.
How will the duels unfold and who will win the princess’s heart and hand?
Will love prevail, or honour and duty?
🕠 17:30 – Recital of Period Music, Prose, and Poetry
A selection of prose and poetry performed by fencing master Peter Koza, accompanied by live historical music.
🕡 18:30 – Final Ceremony full of sword fights, dancing, and waving flags
🕖 19:00 – End of the event and closing of the castle
Throughout the day, various pastimes will be available:
🏹 Archery range with bows, crossbows, and knife throwing
🏇🏼 Riding on live and wooden horses
🦄 Children’s corner with various games (catapult, stilts, ring toss on a unicorn, ring toss on swords, throwing balls into a dragon)
🥨 Craft and sales stalls
Tickets:
Upon purchasing a ticket, besides the performances, you can also explore the entire area of Devín Castle with all its beautiful nooks and interesting exhibitions.
Tickets can be purchased on the day of the event directly at the ticket offices at the entrance to Devín Castle or online in advance without waiting.
♠️ Large family (2 adults and 1-3 children): 27€
♠️ Small family (1 adult and 1-2 children): 15€
♠️ Regular: 12€
♠️ Discounted: 6€
Please note that there is a ban on entry with dogs at Devin Castle, with the exception of guide dogs for the visually impaired.
