Joust of Europe and the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy
Edition 2025 Finished Equestrian show Heritage Medieval

Joust of Europe and the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy

18 Jul 2025 — 20 Jul 2025
Sulmona — L'Aquila (066)

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Edition 2025 — Joust of Europe

The 23rd edition of the Joust of Europe and the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy took place in Sulmona from July 18 to 20, 2025, with three days of chivalric competitions. The historical pageant along Corso Ovidio, led by actress Carlotta Natoli as Queen Joanna of Aragon, preceded the Sunday final in Piazza Garibaldi. The villages of Villalago and Navelli were the winners.

2025 Edition

In 2025, the Joust of Europe and the Most Beautiful Villages of Italy reached its 23rd edition, taking place in Sulmona from July 18 to 20. The qualifying rounds were held on Friday evening (10:00 PM) and Saturday (6:00 PM), while the semifinals and final for the awarding of the two Palios took place on Sunday.

The highlight of Sunday was preceded, at 4:00 PM, by the historical pageant along Corso Ovidio, featuring hundreds of participants in Renaissance attire. Leading the procession, in the role of Queen Joanna of Aragon, was actress Carlotta Natoli, wearing period costumes created by designer Alessandro Pischedda. Among the winners were the villages of Villalago and Navelli, along with the Sestiere of Porta Filiamabili. An edition that confirmed the international spirit of the event, with delegations from various European cities and Abruzzo municipalities.

Where does it take place — Joust of Europe

Piazza Garibaldi

Piazza Garibaldi, 67039 Sulmona

Contact Joust of Europe

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+39 0864 210969

Joust of Europe in brief

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