About Lauchhammer Medieval Festival
11th Lauchhammer Medieval Festival 2026 – Knight spectacle in Brandenburg Castle Park
When drums boom, bagpipes sound and armoured knights clash on horseback, the Lauchhammer Medieval Festival has begun. On 28 and 29 March 2026, Lauchhammer Castle Park in Brandenburg will be transformed into a lively medieval setting for the eleventh time.
Spectacle between industrial culture and the Middle Ages
Lauchhammer is best known for its unique bio towers – 24 mysterious brick towers that rise 22 metres into the sky and are reminiscent of a medieval castle. In the immediate vicinity of this fascinating industrial monument, the historic castle park provides the perfect backdrop for the medieval festival. An extraordinary combination of industrial history and medieval hustle and bustle that can only be found here.
Programme and attractions
Visitors can enjoy thrilling theatre, wild juggling and rousing live music on two stages. The tournament ground becomes the scene of exciting knightly battles on horseback. In addition, craftsmen invite visitors to marvel at their skills – those who wish can watch the blacksmith at work amid a shower of sparks or let the storyteller transport them to distant worlds. A hand-operated Ferris wheel, a historic children's carousel, donkey rides and face painting ensure fun for the whole family.
Opening hours and admission
The festival is open on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is €12 for adults, €8 for those in costume and €6 for concessions (schoolchildren, students, severely disabled persons). Children under 6 years of age are admitted free of charge. All access points and toilet facilities are barrier-free.
How to get there
The medieval festival takes place in the Lauchhammer Castle Park, 01979 Lauchhammer, Brandenburg. You can get there via the A 13 motorway (Ruhland exit) or by train (Lauchhammer-West station).
