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In Hungary at the dawn of the 20th century we were the first ones to organise knight tournaments in Castle Sümeg recalling our medieval traditions. To start with we organised such tournaments only a few times during the summer, but by now as a response to high interest we are organising Historical Tournaments every day in summer season (between 15th July and 20th August) and from autumn to spring every week on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Our unique event, which is a tribute to the border castle heroes is held at the foot of Castle Sümeg – only 150 metres from the hotel -  either in the Knight’s Arena (capacity: 1000 people) or in the indoor Historical Event Hall (capacity: 1000 people) depending on the weather.

Event schedule:

The entertainment programs starts with a Spanish Carousel Show. The effortless moves of the Constable’s Andalusian horses in harmony with the music offer unmatchable sight and experience to our guests. Excellent horsemen surprise us with a performance introducing a wide repertoire of the Spanish Riding School.

The Spanish Carousel Show is followed by the Tournament. Major elements of the show were taken from medieval tournaments, such as agility weapon show – archery, battle star-, battle axe throwing and jousting –, single combat on the ground and on horseback (using swords, shields, maces, etc.). Participants are dressed in medieval costumes during the entire performance and the atmosphere and quality of the performance is enhanced by a narrator and appropriate background music.

After the program is the medieval feast. Guests will enjoy gypsy music during the entire meal, while warriors and mistresses of the castle in medieval dresses serve culinary delicacies. No cutlery is used during the mediaeval feasts according to the traditions of the era. 

Program prices offering various menü options, subject to preliminary booking:

Historical Tournaments with an aristocratic Feast: 7.000 HUF/person/occasion
Menu: aperitif (champagne), medieval soup, oven roasted goose drumstick, crispy knuckle of pork, roasted potatoes, pickles, home-made strudel, white and red wine, mineral water.

Historical Tournaments with a majestic Feast: 8.000 HUF/person/occasion
Menu: aperitif (champagne), starter – medieval pâté, medieval soup, oven roasted goose drumstick, crispy knuckle of pork, roasted breast of goose with braised fruits, roasted potatoes, pickles, home-made strudel, white and red wine, mineral water.

If you are planning an event with larger number of participants we can offer different dates and individual prices. Please contact us at programmanager@hotelkapitany.hu for a personalized quote!