Serralunga Medievalis

Serralunga Medievalis: The Middle Ages return to the heart of the Langhe

Serralunga Medievalis makes its debut on Sunday, June 21, 2026, in the village and the renowned Castle of Serralunga d'Alba, in the province of Cuneo, in the heart of the Barolo Langhe. The first edition of this historical re-enactment transforms one of Piedmont's best-preserved 14th-century noble castles into a living stage, where the public is guided into the atmosphere of the 14th century among men-at-arms, historical games, ancient crafts, and local flavors.

An immersive journey through the village and the Castle

The event involves the Castle and several areas of the village through guided tours, demonstrations, educational activities, and interactive moments. Throughout the day, the fortress can be visited with guided tours departing every 30 minutes, which conclude with an evocative "meeting with the apothecary." In the Castle courtyard, knights in armor will demonstrate medieval equipment, combat techniques, and the differences between war, tournaments, and duels, thanks to the educational expertise of the Accademia Scherma Alba.

Crafts, games, and gastronomy

Among the highlights is "The Art of the Apothecary," an educational stall dedicated to medieval trade, featuring demonstrations on medicinal herbs, ointments, perfumes, and pigments. The areas dedicated to games are managed by five districts of the Giostra delle Cento Torri (San Martino, Santa Rosalia, Rane, Santa Barbara, Patin and Tesor), with skill and dexterity challenges that evoke the spirit of village festivals and medieval public holidays.

• Guided tours of the Castle every 30 minutes, including a meeting with the apothecary
• Fencing and men-at-arms demonstrations in the courtyard
• "The Art of the Apothecary": medicinal herbs, ointments, and pigments
• Medieval games by the districts of the Giostra delle Cento Torri
• Refreshment points and wine tasting organized by the Pro Loco of Serralunga d'Alba

Local flavors

The food and wine dimension, the pride of the Langhe, is not to be missed: the refreshment points offer dishes inspired by local traditions, while the tasting of local wines is managed by the Pro Loco of Serralunga d'Alba with the support of local producers, in the land of Barolo par excellence.

A local project

Serralunga Medievalis was born from the collaboration between the Barolo & Castles Foundation, the Regional Directorate of National Museums of Piedmont, the Municipality of Serralunga d'Alba, the Pro Loco, the Giostra delle Cento Torri, and the Accademia Scherma Alba. An event that combines the enhancement of historical heritage, popular traditions, and hospitality in one of the most picturesque villages in Piedmont.