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Inspiration<\/a>><\/span>Festivals<\/a><\/p>\n

By the Go\u00d3bidos Team\u25cf<\/i>14 January 2015<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\u00d3bidos Medieval Market: Knights, Minstrels and Medieval Feasts<\/h1>\n
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Every summer the village travels back to the Middle Ages: tournaments on horseback, fire-eaters, costumes to rent and taverns serving food and mead.<\/p>\n

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The \u00d3bidos Medieval Market inside the castle walls. Photo: Go\u00d3bidos<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n
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In this article<\/strong><\/p>\n

A trip to the Middle Ages<\/a> Rent your costume<\/a> What you will find<\/a> Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

The \u00d3bidos Medieval Market<\/strong> is a historical re-enactment that turns the village into a medieval town. For about 16 days, jesters, fire-eaters, dancers, musicians and minstrels take over the streets and carry visitors into another age.<\/p>\n

It takes place in summer, usually in July and August, and is designed for the whole family.<\/p>\n

Related: Festivals in \u00d3bidos<\/a><\/p>\n

A trip to the Middle Ages<\/h2>\n

While the market is on, \u00d3bidos fully adopts the identity of those times. Inside the enclosure, knights compete on horseback in tournaments, while music and street performers keep the crowd entertained.<\/p>\n

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Stalls at the Medieval Market. Photo: Go\u00d3bidos<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Rent your costume<\/h2>\n

It is normal to see visitors dressed as Templar knights, monks, princesses or queens. Costumes can be rented at several points in the village, and wearing one is part of the fun.<\/p>\n

What you will find<\/h2>\n

Between shows, find a tavern to warm your stomach and throat: there is local food, craft beer and, of course, mead. Keep an eye on the dates, because the market happens once a year and is the best chance to be king for a day.<\/p>\n

Want more? Read about \u00d3bidos Castle<\/a> or the other annual events, such as the Chocolate Festival<\/a> and the \u00d3bidos Christmas Village<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Recommended guided tour<\/p>\n

Guided tours in \u00d3bidos<\/a><\/p>\n

Before the tournaments start, let a local guide show you the real medieval history of the castle, walls and queens of \u00d3bidos.<\/p>\n

See the tours \u00b7 from \u20ac33<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n

When is the \u00d3bidos Medieval Market?<\/h3>\n

It takes place in summer, usually in July and August, over about 16 days. Check the official programme for this year\u2019s dates.<\/p>\n

Can I rent a medieval costume?<\/h3>\n

Yes. Costumes are rented at several points in the village and many visitors dress up for the day.<\/p>\n

Is it suitable for children?<\/h3>\n

Yes. The market is designed for the whole family, with tournaments, music, jesters and street shows.<\/p>\n

More about \u00d3bidos<\/h2>\n