Medieval Spectaculum Moschellandsburg
Medieval market on the Moschellandsburg in Obermoschel with Vikings, knights, crafts, music, and Feuerplanet
About Medieval Spectaculum Moschellandsburg
The Medieval Spectaculum at the Moschellandsburg near Obermoschel is one of the most visited and atmospheric medieval festivals in Rhineland-Palatinate. On the castle ruins, in close proximity to the smallest town in the Palatinate, reenactment groups, craftspeople, musicians, and jesters transform the castle hill into a vibrant journey back to the High and Late Middle Ages.
In 2026, the festival celebrates its 25th edition on the weekend of June 13th and 14th. A tent city with Vikings, Slavs, knights, and craftspeople, the musicians Spectaculatius and Tamburo Bant Skaldar, the juggler Hubertus, and the spectacular Feuerplanet fire show on Saturday evening form the highlights of the program.
The Moschellandsburg and Obermoschel
The Moschellandsburg is a late medieval castle ruin, perched on a hill above the town of Obermoschel in the Donnersberg district. Obermoschel itself, with fewer than 1,000 inhabitants, is the smallest town in the Palatinate and has held town rights since the Middle Ages. In the High and Late Middle Ages, the castle was the seat of the Lords of Moschellandsburg and still offers spectacular views over the Alsenz valley and the North Palatinate landscape.
25 Years of Spectaculum
The Medieval Spectaculum is organized by the Burgverein Obermoschel, a volunteer-run association dedicated to the preservation and revitalization of the castle ruins. With its 25th edition in 2026, the festival celebrates its quarter-century, making it one of the most traditional medieval markets in the region. Thousands of visitors from the Palatinate, Saarland, and neighboring regions flock to the castle annually.
Reenactors, Crafts, and Music
The tent city at the foot and on the castle grounds comprises encampments of Vikings, Slavs, knights, and craftspeople. Reenactors in historical costumes present combat demonstrations, castle tours, and craft demonstrations such as blacksmithing, woodturning, felting, and leatherworking. The musicians Spectaculatius and Tamburo Bant Skaldar provide the medieval-folk sound, while the juggler Hubertus entertains the audience with his skills.
Fire Show and Archery
The absolute highlight is the "Feuerplanet" fire show on Saturday evening, where the nocturnal castle backdrop is staged with fire effects. On Saturday afternoon, an archery tournament takes place – accessible to both reenactors and interested visitors. There is a special archery activity for children, making it an active experience for families.
Medieval Spectaculum Moschellandsburg — edition 2026
The 25th Medieval Spectaculum at the Moschellandsburg runs on the weekend of June 13th and 14th, 2026. A tent city with Vikings, Slavs, knights, and craftspeople transforms the castle ruins into a journey through time. The musicians Spectaculatius and Tamburo Bant Skaldar play medieval tunes, the juggler Hubertus entertains the audience, and on Saturday evening, the Feuerplanet fire show provides the spectacular highlight.
The exact program for 2026 has been published by the Burgverein Obermoschel on burgverein-obermoschel.de and obermoschel.de. The structure has been proven for years.
Programme Medieval Spectaculum Moschellandsburg 2026
The 2026 program:
- Saturday, June 13, 2026: Market opens in the morning, craft demonstrations, combat demonstrations, castle tours, archery tournament in the afternoon
- Saturday evening: Feuerplanet fire show
- Sunday, June 14, 2026: Full day market, music, crafts, family program
- Reenactors: Vikings, Slavs, knights, craftspeople in historical costume
- Music: Spectaculatius, Tamburo Bant Skaldar – medieval-folk
- Jesters: Juggler Hubertus
- Archery: Tournament for adults Sat afternoon, children's archery throughout the market
- Crafts: Blacksmithing, woodturning, felting, leatherworking, weaving
- Catering: Medieval food and drinks, mead, beer, wine
Current details and daily schedules at burgverein-obermoschel.de.
Highlights Medieval Spectaculum Moschellandsburg 2026
- 25th anniversary of the Spectaculum
- Tent city with Vikings, Slavs, knights
- Live music with Spectaculatius and Tamburo Bant Skaldar
- Spectacular Feuerplanet fire show on Saturday evening
- Archery tournament and children's archery
- Spectacular castle backdrop above Obermoschel
Prices Medieval Spectaculum Moschellandsburg 2026
Adults €10 per day, weekend ticket €16. Children reduced.
Practical information — Medieval Spectaculum Moschellandsburg
Date 2026
Saturday, June 13th and Sunday, June 14th, 2026 (25th edition).
Location
Moschellandsburg, 67823 Obermoschel, Donnersberg district.
Admission
Adults €10 per day, weekend ticket €16. Children reduced, details at burgverein-obermoschel.de.
Getting There
By car via the A63 or B48 to Obermoschel. Parking available on the outskirts, walk up to the castle (sturdy footwear!). Public transport: Alsenz train station with bus lines to Obermoschel.
Recommendations
Sturdy footwear for the ascent and the uneven castle terrain. Weatherproof clothing. Costumes are welcome; market visitors in medieval attire are encouraged. Cash for market stalls – many vendors do not accept cards.
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