Visegrád’s Knight Games and Feast light up the Danube Bend with one of the region’s most exciting family programs, running every Saturday through autumn. Hosted by the Renaissance Restaurant, the experience plunges you straight into the Middle Ages with pageantry, steel, and a kingly feast—all if you book in time.
Be Crowned, Cheer, and Duel
Members of the Order of Saint George stage a spectacular 14th-century-style tournament, evoking how warriors once fought for the king’s and queen’s favor in medieval Visegrád. At the start, the knights pick a king and queen from the audience, dress them in royal cloaks, and crown them. At the king’s command, the knights march in and demonstrate their precision and combat skills with authentic medieval weapons before the royal couple and their guests. The duels are realistic, thrilling, and often laced with humor, celebrating the courage and audacity of medieval knights. A royal hunting falcon also takes flight to spice up the show. At the end, guests can try the weapons themselves with help from the knights.
Schedule and Feast
12:00 Historical briefing in Solomon Tower (Salamon-torony), then rooftop visit
12:30 Knight tournament show with drinks (white wine, apple juice) by Solomon Tower (Salamon-torony)
13:30 Royal feast at the Renaissance Restaurant:
– Creamy venison ragout soup with tarragon and onion potato dumplings
– Whole roasted turkey leg, honey-glazed pork ribs, panko-breaded chicken fillet, roasted potato petals, chive mayo, honey-smoky sauce, apple-braised cabbage
– Ice cream sundae
Beverages not included.
Booking, Languages, Prices
Events run for groups of 30 or more at any time. Shows are in Hungarian, German, English, and Italian; other languages via interpreter.
Prices:
– Adult: $39
– Child (3–14): $19.50
Register and pay only at the Renaissance Restaurant. Email registration required. Organizers reserve the right to change dates and programs.
