Rusio Medievale
Medieval reenactment in the ancient village of Rusio, Castione della Presolana
About Rusio Medievale
A village that becomes a stage
Rusio Medievale is the festival that transforms the ancient village of Rusio, a hamlet of Castione della Presolana (province of Bergamo), into an open-air medieval set. Unlike square reenactments, here the charm lies precisely in the location: Rusio is a tiny stone village nestled on the Presolana plateau, and its narrow alleys become the perfect backdrop for encampments, costumed figures, and period shows.
Battles, dances, and music
The weekend program alternates spectacular moments with more poetic atmospheres. It ranges from the medieval camp with tents and combat demonstrations to children's entertainment, from dances and jugglers to evening shows, up to live choirs and music, including bagpipes. Themed exhibitors and immersive forest experiences complete an offer designed to fully immerse the visitor in another era.
Flavors of tradition
The village taverns, managed by the Rusio Committee, offer typical local traditional dishes, to accompany your visit with the flavors of the Orobie mountains. During the event, the village road is closed to traffic, and a free shuttle service connects the town, allowing you to enjoy the festival in complete tranquility.
Who is it for
Rusio Medievale is ideal for families, history and reenactment enthusiasts, and for those seeking a different experience during a summer holiday on the Presolana plateau, away from the main tourist crowds.
Rusio Medievale — edition 2026
In 2026, the village of Rusio will once again host its medieval reenactment, traditionally held on a weekend in July on the Presolana plateau.
The usual program includes the medieval camp with tents, combat demonstrations, children's entertainment, dances and jugglers, evening shows, choirs, and period music performed live, as well as themed exhibitors and forest experiences. The Rusio Committee's taverns offer typical local traditional dishes. Precise dates, times, and detailed program will be published by Infopoint Presolana in the weeks preceding the event.
Programme Rusio Medievale 2026
Precise dates and detailed program for the 2026 edition will be published by the Rusio Committee and Infopoint Presolana in the weeks preceding the event.
The usual structure of the event, spanning two days from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM, includes:
- First day — costumed figures, medieval camp with tents, combat demonstrations, children's entertainment, dances and jugglers, evening show
- Second day — themed exhibitors, forest experiences, medieval music repertoire with bagpipes, evening choir
- Taverns with traditional local dishes on both days, managed by the Rusio Committee
Highlights Rusio Medievale 2026
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Practical information — Rusio Medievale
Where
Ancient village of Rusio, hamlet of Castione della Presolana (BG), Presolana plateau, Val Seriana, Lombardy.
Opening Hours
The event generally runs from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM on both days.
How to get there
During the event, the village road is closed to traffic: a free shuttle service is active, departing from Piazza Roma and the sports center parking lot in the afternoons and evenings.
Contacts
Infopoint Presolana, tel. +39 0346 60039, email [email protected].
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Where does it take place — Rusio Medievale
Borgo antico di Rusio
Borgo di Rusio, 24020 Castione della Presolana