The Médievales de Provins is a vibrant annual festival held in the UNESCO-listed town of Provins, France, celebrating its rich medieval heritage. Taking place over a weekend in June, the event transforms the town into a bustling medieval village with costumed parades, knight tournaments, jousting, falconry displays, and reenactments of medieval life. Visitors can explore craft markets, enjoy traditional music and dance, and feast on authentic medieval cuisine. Set against Provins’ well-preserved ramparts and historic architecture, the festival offers a magical step back in time for all ages.
Start with a quick trip form. Weekend in Provins or an Île-de-France route—we’ll plan costumed processions & reenactments, bustling craft & food stalls, smart vantage points & timing, and a walkable stay inside the Cité Médiévale.
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DATES & TIMES
• Festival weekend (2026): Saturday–Sunday, 13–14 June 2026. Official site · EN site.
• Program rhythm: Dances, music, games, jousting, street shows, the medieval ball (Sat), a large concert (Sat night) and the Sunday costumed parade (~700 participants). The detailed timetable is published closer to the date. See program hub.
LOCATION
• Where: The medieval town of Provins (UNESCO) — within the festival enclosure across the upper town.
• Provins tourism · Open in Google Maps (Place du Châtel) · Access map (parking & shuttles).
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Paid festival inside the enclosure. Prices & online purchase:
– Online presale: 1‑day €12 · 2‑day €16.
– On site: 1‑day €13 · 2‑day €18.
– Costumed visitors: reduced rate on site.
– Free: children <12; people with disabilities + 1 companion (on‑site issue).
CAMPING & ACCOMMODATION
• Motorhome parking: Official camper (RV) parking areas are indicated on the festival access map; free shuttles link parking lots and entrances. See the access map. For hotels and B&Bs, search via Provins Tourism.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Getting there: Direct Transilien Line P from Paris‑Est → Provins; then walk or local shuttles to entrances. Line P info · Train to Provins.
• Accessibility: Dedicated parking near Porte de Jouy & Porte Saint‑Jean; disabled visitors + 1 companion are free (on‑site). Accessibility & contacts.
• Costumes welcome: Dressing up is encouraged and can lower your ticket price. See prices.
• Shows & monuments: Some permanent shows/monuments (e.g., Knights, Eagles, Pass Provins) are ticketed separately. Pass Provins · Knights show.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest an Île-de-France route that includes the Médiévales de Provins at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
Prefer to start with a call? Book a free intro call.