Who among us hasn’t read books about valiant knights, hasn’t watched thrilling adventures about Don Quixote, Ivanhoe, or King Arthur? There are almost no such people left. Therefore, when arriving in Barcelona and strolling through the Gothic Quarter, one can easily imagine that once ladies in lavish dresses walked here, and brave knights along with their squires set off on distant campaigns. But why fantasize when you can attend a real knightly tournament?
A journey to an ancient castle is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of the Middle Ages.
You have a unique opportunity to go with a qualified guide to the ancient Catalan town Tordera, located 70 kilometers from Barcelona near the Costa del Maresme coast.
Here in the suburbs stands the magnificent ancient castle of Count Valtordera – here you will begin an adventure filled with knightly bravery, valor, and honor. You will be transported to the 11th century – the time when knightly duels took place, when swords struck each other, enthusiastic spectators watched with bated breath, the wounded and slain left in disgrace, while the victors rejoiced, savoring their victory.
Of course, the modern knightly tournament is devoid of cruelty; the entire performance is rehearsed by professional actors, riders, acrobats, and stuntmen, but the atmosphere, the setting, and the music create an authentic story of bygone years.
The itinerary of the excursion will consist of the following points:
- transport from Barcelona – from the Costa Brava or Costa Dorada coast – to the destination;
- visiting the castle, where the count and countess greet their guests;
- a walk into the grand hall, divided into four colored sectors, each representing its contestant in the tournament;
- an amazing dinner during which guests will be offered a magnificent feast, fully corresponding to a real medieval meal – homemade bread, soup, various wines, baked potatoes, a whole roasted chicken, etc.;
- watching the banquet of the knightly tournament with dressage, games, mounted battles, hand-to-hand combat, and other competitions that took place here in the Middle Ages;
- the selection of the duel winner based on audience preferences.
After the tournament, guests can look forward to dancing, a disco, and a performance of vibrant Spanish flamenco.
Organizational moments:
- Duration of the excursion with travel from Barcelona is 5-6 hours.
- Route: an evening trip to the knightly show. Also, for those who have a few days off, it is possible to combine with other trips, for example: an excursion to the Dali Museum, in Girona, to the towns of Costa Brava, or a tour of Barcelona.
- What is included in the tour price: round-trip transfer plus accompaniment, tickets to the show – depending on the chosen seats, children’s 50%.
