Giornate Medioevali di Poggio di Otricoli
Three days of the Middle Ages in the castle of Poggio di Otricoli
About Giornate Medioevali
The Middle Ages come alive in Poggio di Otricoli
The Giornate Medioevali di Poggio di Otricoli transform the small fortified village, a hamlet of Otricoli in the province of Terni, into an open-air medieval castle for three days. Formerly known as Castrum Podii Medii, the village naturally lends itself to the reenactment thanks to its compact structure of alleys, staircases, and small squares.
Shows and atmosphere
During the event, described as "three continuous days," the village is populated by artists, artisans, and costumed characters. Music and dances echo through the streets, accompanied by itinerant shows, falconry exhibitions, flag wavers, archers, jugglers, fire shows, and costume duels. A medieval market and numerous refreshment stands with traditional dishes complete the experience.
A village that tells its story
The event is curated by the Associazione Castrum Podii Medii and involves the entire community of Poggio. The symbolic entrance fee and the free shuttle service from the parking lot make the event accessible and family-friendly. The Giornate Medioevali are now an anticipated event of the Terni summer, capable of attracting visitors from all over Umbria and the nearby Lazio region, and represent a valuable opportunity to discover an authentic village off the beaten tourist track.
Giornate Medioevali — edition 2026
The nineteenth edition of the Giornate Medioevali di Poggio di Otricoli is scheduled from July 17 to 19. Following the eighteenth edition held from July 18 to 20, 2025, the event returns to the medieval village of Poggio with its established format of three continuous days of reenactment.
The village will be populated by artists, artisans, and costumed characters with games, music, dances, and itinerant shows, falconry exhibitions, flag wavers, archers, and duels. A medieval market and refreshment stands with traditional dishes are also featured. Admission is €3, with a free shuttle service from the parking lot to the castle entrance.
Programme Giornate Medioevali 2026
Structure of the three days (July 17-19)
- Itinerant shows in the village streets and squares
- Falconry, flag waver, and archer performances
- Medieval music and dances
- Games, costume duels, and fire shows
- Medieval market and artisan shops
- Refreshment stands and taverns with traditional dishes
The detailed day-by-day program with timings will be published on the official website giornatemedioevali.it and on the social media channels @giornatemedioevali closer to the event.
Highlights Giornate Medioevali 2026
Prices Giornate Medioevali 2026
Practical information — Giornate Medioevali
Where
Medieval village of Poggio di Otricoli (hamlet of Otricoli, TR).
How to get there
By car: Magliano Sabina exit from the A1 motorway, then SS3 Flaminia towards Otricoli and Poggio. By train: Orte station. A free shuttle is available from the parking lot to the castle entrance.
Tickets
Entrance €3. Free shuttle.
Contacts
Associazione Castrum Podii Medii — [email protected], [email protected] (for reenactors). Website giornatemedioevali.it, social media @giornatemedioevali.
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Borgo medievale di Poggio di Otricoli