Mons Cerignonis – Giornate Medievali

A dive into the Middle Ages of Montefeltro

Every summer, the small village of Monte Cerignone, perched in the hinterland of the province of Pesaro and Urbino, transforms into a 13th-century village. Mons Cerignonis – Giornate Medievali is the most anticipated event of the town and one of the reference historical reenactments for the Marche region and neighboring Romagna, capable of attracting thousands of visitors through its cobbled streets and at the foot of the Fortress overlooking the Conca valley.

The village that becomes a medieval settlement

Throughout the event, the historic center is filled with encampments, artisan workshops, and a large medieval market. Flag-wavers, historical groups, musicians, jesters, preachers, charlatans, stilt walkers, fire-eaters, fakirs, and jugglers animate every corner of the town with itinerant shows, games, and entertainment that engage audiences of all ages. Falconry is also featured, with demonstrations of birds of prey in flight that recall ancient courtly arts.

The Historical Procession and the Palio dell'Uovo

The heart of the festival is the historical procession: the court descends from the Fortress and crosses the village streets, accompanied by historical groups, reaching Piazza Begni, where the Palio dell'Uovo (Egg Race) comes to life. It is a tournament of traditional games where the village districts compete for the palio by challenging each other in tests such as tug-of-war, rope skipping, and throwing an egg towards a moving target. The competition between the contrade (districts), experienced with great participation from the community, is the most heartfelt moment of the entire event.

Taverns, Cellars, and Ancient Flavors

The experience would not be complete without its food and wine dimension. In the hostarie (inns) and taverns set up in the village, rustic traditional dishes are served – soups, grilled meats, piadine, polenta, and medieval-inspired desserts – while cellars offer wines, craft beers, and platters of cured meats. Everything contributes to recreating the convivial atmosphere of an authentic banquet of yesteryear.

An event by the Municipality of Monte Cerignone

Organized with the support of the Municipality of Monte Cerignone, Mons Cerignonis is now a well-established tradition that enhances the identity of this village in Montefeltro, a borderland between Marche, Romagna, and the Republic of San Marino. A perfect opportunity to discover a lesser-known corner of the Marche, experiencing a weekend suspended between history, entertainment, and gastronomy.