Medieval Passage of Lierna
Edition 2026 Heritage History Medieval

Medieval Passage of Lierna

The medieval historical re-enactment in the village of Castello

Lierna — Lecco (097) Since 2007
Dates 08 Aug — 08 Aug 2026
Location Lierna (097)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Medieval Passage

On an August evening, the village of Castello, in Lierna, travels back in time: the Medieval Passage transforms the stone alleys of the ancient fortified nucleus into a historical re-enactment set, with costumed participants, encampments, ancient crafts, and medieval atmospheres. Overlooking Lake Como, it is one of the most evocative events of the Lierna summer. In 2026, the event celebrates its twentieth anniversary, an important milestone for a re-enactment loved by residents and visitors.

The Middle Ages Return to Castello

The Medieval Passage of Lierna is the historical re-enactment of the Municipality of Lierna (Province of Lecco), set in the village of Castello, the ancient fortified nucleus that juts out over the Lecco branch of Lake Como. The stone alleys and medieval houses of the village offer a natural and authentic setting to bring the atmospheres of the past back to life.

Costumed Participants, Crafts, and Atmospheres

For one evening, the village comes alive with costumed participants, encampments, scenes of medieval life, and ancient crafts, in a journey that engages visitors through sounds, lights, and period settings. The event enhances Lierna's historical heritage and the unique charm of the fortified village on the lake, in one of the most fascinating locations on Lake Como.

The Twentieth Anniversary

The 2026 edition marks the twentieth anniversary of the Medieval Passage, a milestone that testifies to the event's deep roots in the life of the town. Organized by the Pro Loco of Lierna, the re-enactment has become an eagerly awaited summer event over the years, capable of uniting culture, entertainment, and local heritage promotion in a single lakeside medieval evening.

Medieval Passage — edition 2026

The Medieval Passage of Lierna 2026 takes place on August 8th in the village of Castello and celebrates its twentieth anniversary: costumed participants, encampments, ancient crafts, and medieval atmospheres bring the alleys overlooking Lake Como to life. Organized by the Pro Loco.

On August 8, 2026, the village of Castello in Lierna hosts the Medieval Passage, celebrating its twentieth anniversary. The historical re-enactment transforms the stone alleys of the fortified village into a journey into the Middle Ages, with costumed participants, encampments, and ancient crafts, on Lake Como.

Programme Medieval Passage 2026

For one evening, the village of Castello comes alive with costumed participants, encampments, scenes of medieval life and crafts, with a journey through sounds, lights, and period settings along the alleys overlooking the lake. The 2026 edition celebrates the twentieth anniversary of the event. Detailed timetable will be released by the Pro Loco of Lierna in the preceding days.

Highlights Medieval Passage 2026

The twentieth anniversary of the re-enactment, with costumed participants, encampments, and medieval crafts in the alleys of the village of Castello, facing Lake Como.

Prices Medieval Passage 2026

Free admission event.

Practical information — Medieval Passage

When

In summer, in August (on August 8, 2026).

Where

Borgo di Castello, Lierna, on Lake Como.

How to get there

Lierna is served by the train station on the Lecco-Sondrio/Tirano line; by car, along the SS36 of Lake Como; by ferry on Lake Como.

Admission

Free admission event. Info: [email protected].

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Where does it take place — Medieval Passage

Borgo di Castello, Lierna

Borgo di Castello, 23827 Lierna

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Medieval Passage in brief

Heritage History Medieval Historical reenactment Folk traditions Art crafts Outdoor Night Lecco

History of Medieval Passage