Burg Hohenzollern — Courtly and Heroic
A colourful family and medieval festival in the castle courtyard of Hohenzollern Castle with sword fighting and courtly dances
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Courtly and Heroic — Medieval Times at Hohenzollern Castle
The family festival Courtly and Heroic takes place annually in mid-September at Hohenzollern Castle — the ancestral seat of the Hohenzollern family, one of Germany's most famous castles. The event is organised by Hohenzollern Castle itself. The programme is specifically aimed at families with children and medieval enthusiasts: historical actors demonstrate sword fighting techniques, high medieval courtly dances, costume presentations, and reenactment scenes from castle life in the courtyard.
Hohenzollern Castle — A German Icon
Hohenzollern Castle sits enthroned on a mountain cone (855 m) above the Hohenzollern region — visible far beyond the Swabian Jura. The current neo-Gothic complex dates from the 19th century and is the third castle on this site (origins in the 11th century). It is privately owned by the former royal Prussian Hohenzollern family and is also one of Southern Germany's most famous tourist destinations — attracting around 350,000 visitors annually. The castle courtyard, where the festival takes place, is one of the most atmospheric settings imaginable for a medieval festival.
Programme — Sword Fighting, Dance, Reenactment
The programme is spread over two days and includes:
• Sword fighting demonstrations by historical combat groups
• Courtly dances by dance groups in historical costumes
• Costume presentations from the High and Late Middle Ages
• Hands-on activities for children (archery, child-friendly sword making, painting, learning round dances)
• Entertainment in the castle courtyard — show fights, musicians, jugglers
• Castle tours with a thematic focus on medieval life
Catering in the courtyard with medieval-inspired dishes.
Bisingen and the Zollernalb District
Bisingen (Zollernalb district, AGS 08417, approx. 9,200 inhabitants) lies at the foot of the Hohenzollern mountain and castle. The Zollernalb district is one of the most scenically impressive regions in Baden-Württemberg — with the Albtrauf escarpment, the Lochen area, and several prominent castles (Hohenzollern, Lichtenstein). Hohenzollern Castle is the tourist magnet for the entire region.
Courtly and Heroic — edition 2026
Courtly and Heroic 2026 — Medieval Times at the Castle
On the weekend of September 19th to 20th, 2026, the courtyard of Hohenzollern Castle will transform into a medieval stage. Historical actors will present sword fighting techniques, courtly dances, and reenactment scenes — and invite families to participate, watch, and immerse themselves in the courtly Middle Ages.
The programme is specifically aimed at families with children: archery, child-friendly sword making, painting, and learning round dances alternate with show fights by adult actors. A rare opportunity to experience Hohenzollern Castle from a very special perspective — and a magical weekend date in Southern Germany's autumn calendar.
Programme Courtly and Heroic 2026
Programme Courtly and Heroic — 19/20 September 2026
Spread over both days in the castle courtyard
- Sword fighting demonstrations — historical combat groups showcase medieval sword techniques
- Courtly dances — dance groups in historical costumes demonstrate round dances, rondeaux, and processional dances
- Costume presentations — nobility fashion of the High and Late Middle Ages
- Hands-on activities for children — archery, sword making, painting, learning round dances
- Entertainment — show fights, musicians with hurdy-gurdy and shawm, jugglers
- Castle tours — thematic tour on medieval life in a castle
- Catering in the courtyard with medieval-inspired dishes
Detailed programme and tickets: burg-hohenzollern.com/de/veranstaltungen.
Highlights Courtly and Heroic 2026
- Sword fighting demonstrations by historical combat groups
- Courtly dances in historical costumes
- Hands-on activities for children — archery, sword making
- In the courtyard of the world-famous Hohenzollern Castle
- Family programme — two days of live medieval action
Prices Courtly and Heroic 2026
Admission to the castle + festival programme. Detailed prices and online booking via burg-hohenzollern.com. Early booking recommended.
Practical information — Courtly and Heroic
Getting There
Car: A81 Stuttgart–Singen, exit Empfingen, continue via B27 to Hechingen. Parking at the foot of the castle, from there shuttle bus or ascent on foot (steep).
Train: Hechingen station (RE/RB from Stuttgart, Tübingen), from there bus 102 to the castle car park.
Venue
Courtyard of Hohenzollern Castle, 72379 Hechingen-Burg-Hohenzollern (Entrance area: foot of the castle near 72406 Bisingen).
Admission
Admission to the castle + festival programme. Detailed prices and online booking: burg-hohenzollern.com. Early booking recommended — the event is popular and often sells out.
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Where it takes place Courtly and Heroic
Burg Hohenzollern — Burghof, Burganlage
Burg Hohenzollern, 72406 Bisingen