I stumbled across this "Freies Ritterturnier zu München" event on the muenchen.de website, and thought it might be of interest to those of you with children or if you're into the Kaltenberger Ritterturnier.
The Olympia Park will be hosting a festival harking back to the Middle Ages: Munich's first Knights' Tournament, battle, and Walpurgis Night, with knights, magicians, witches, live music, street entertainers, and an arts and crafts market.
The Knights' Tournament & battle involving 20 riders will take place on April 28th, 29th and May 1st. On April 30th (Walpurgis Night) magicians and witches will take over the proceedings, with live music and a "fire spectacle".
The official website, www.ritterinmuenchen.de, is in German, and doesn't contain a great deal of info. It looks as though it was originally planned to take place in Riem, but has now been moved to the Olympia Park, in the southern section near Spiridon-Louis-Ring.
There is an entrance fee, although children under 12 are allowed into the market for free (according to the muenchenticket website):
Friday, 27.4.07, 9 – 22.00:
Nose around for € 5
Saturday, 28.4.07, 10 – 22.00:
First Knights' Tournament and battle (17.00-18.00)
Market € 7.50, Tournament € 18 incl. market *
Sunday, 29.4.07, 10 – 22.00:
Second Knights' Tournament and battle (17.00-18.00)
Market € 7.50, Tournament € 18 incl. market *
Montag, 30.4.07, 12 – 24.00:
Walpurgis Night
Market € 7.50, Walpurgis Night € 12 incl. market (€ 9.40 and € 14.40 according to the ticket website)
Tuesday, 1.5.07, 10 – 20.00:
Third Knights' Tournament and battle (16.00-17.00)
Market € 7.50, Tournament € 18 incl. market *
*€ 9.40 and € 21.20 according to the muenchenticket website. The tickets include a € 5 voucher for CONRAD-Elektronik. If you show up in costume from the Middle Ages you get a drinks voucher for free.
The website notes that there are only 2000 covered seats in the stands, so they urge you to buy your tickets early.
Full Version: Medieval Market, Knights Tournament and Walpurgis
Thanks so much for the info!
sounds like fun!
Looks very cool, well worth visiting.
bit strange that they charge you for going to the market, never been charged to go into a shop before
I thought that it was odd to charge for the market too. I've just checked the official website, and today all the sidebar links are working, so there's more info about the groups performing at the market. I guess this is what the entrance fee is for.
Edit: I've just noticed that the official website and the muenchenticket website currently show different opening times for some days. The ticket site states that Sunday and Tuesday are from 11 a.m.
Edit: I've just noticed that the official website and the muenchenticket website currently show different opening times for some days. The ticket site states that Sunday and Tuesday are from 11 a.m.
And you get a drink voucher if you go in costume, out come the kilt, the sheepskin and the sword then.
I'll wear my costume if a group is planning on going.
You get charged for the medieval market at Kaltenberg too.
Knights & Maidens of TT Arise ye
Anyone going Monday night? Tuesday's a bank holiday.
HOOOO--RAH!!! I will go as a SWORD bearing BARON and i will challenge others to duels over perceived insults and i will spank them mightly with my FAKE plastic sword haha----hahaha.
for great COSTUMES cheap go to the HOLLOWEEN GORE STORE BY SENDLINGER TOR.
it would be great fun to have a group for this event.
contact me.
kent
for great COSTUMES cheap go to the HOLLOWEEN GORE STORE BY SENDLINGER TOR.
it would be great fun to have a group for this event.
contact me.
kent
I've got a monk's habit. That should work well. Planning on going to Walpurgis night.
THE sound of the black smiths hammer clanging away and the whoosh of the bellows as the sparks leapt high, the smell of steaks grilling on open fires, dogs yapping and the stamp of horses hoofs as they raise clouds of dust in the jousting arena.
torches illuminating the various tents where merchants ply their wares, the smoke from various camp fires filled the village with a scene from the times of yore.
its much much BIGGER than i imagined, all the many different clans of people represented from highland scotsmen to austrian knights in armour, i just did the walk about on opening night they have a large sound stage with marvelous fire dancers and instruments from the ancient times the music takes you back with its rythems.
its really well put together and the atmosphere is right on!!!
the rest of the weekend should be really great, a good drinking horn is ten euros a must for this festival everything from hot baths and what i mean is you actually get in the hot tub you dont buy it, to full kits of armour. the best time to go would be in the late afternoon to see the jousting then stay for the fire dancers when it gets dark and the sound stage comes alive with these great acts.
kent
torches illuminating the various tents where merchants ply their wares, the smoke from various camp fires filled the village with a scene from the times of yore.
its much much BIGGER than i imagined, all the many different clans of people represented from highland scotsmen to austrian knights in armour, i just did the walk about on opening night they have a large sound stage with marvelous fire dancers and instruments from the ancient times the music takes you back with its rythems.
its really well put together and the atmosphere is right on!!!
the rest of the weekend should be really great, a good drinking horn is ten euros a must for this festival everything from hot baths and what i mean is you actually get in the hot tub you dont buy it, to full kits of armour. the best time to go would be in the late afternoon to see the jousting then stay for the fire dancers when it gets dark and the sound stage comes alive with these great acts.
kent
see you all soon! I'm the one wearing the black and red velvet tie up dress with the long sleeves.(sort of medieval style).
Definately check it out if you are interested in all things medieval. good fun.
The medieval market was ok, not as good as Kaltenbach but ok. Don't know what the knight's tournament was like.
But Walpurgis night was a big ripoff. It was basically 3 men, a woman, and a giant platic ball. They did various fire juggling tricks, with a mildly enterntaining dialogue. The fire juggling wasn't anything better than you'll see on Neuhauserstr.
And it had absolutely nothing to do with Walpurgis night. I expected to see with witches outwitting witch hunters. Or covens dancing around a giant fire. Or even lots of witches being burnt.
But Walpurgis night was a big ripoff. It was basically 3 men, a woman, and a giant platic ball. They did various fire juggling tricks, with a mildly enterntaining dialogue. The fire juggling wasn't anything better than you'll see on Neuhauserstr.
And it had absolutely nothing to do with Walpurgis night. I expected to see with witches outwitting witch hunters. Or covens dancing around a giant fire. Or even lots of witches being burnt.
I had a fun evening but don't think I'll bother shelling out any dosh for it next year. The market was obviously much smaller than kaltenberg, but it seemed lacking somehow in.. I don't know what. The Hexennacht was kinda boring.. what was with that ball? Medieval my foot. It was interesting for the first 5 minutes, but then got tedious. Was especially funny when the female performer tried 3 times (and failed each time) to climb inside I got to see fire poi though, so I was happy.
The poster boasted 80 witches were participating in the vent. I saw 3 visitors with witches hats on, no more, unless they were all 'plain-clothed' witches.
The band was pretty awful (Poetica Magica or something). It's a shame Cultos Ferox didn't play that night, as Brandon used to be in Corvus Corax, so I can imagine that they're pretty good (and can at least sing in tune).
Can't wait till Kaltenberg now.
I got to see fire poi though, so I was happy. The poster boasted 80 witches were participating in the vent. I saw 3 visitors with witches hats on, no more, unless they were all 'plain-clothed' witches.
The band was pretty awful (Poetica Magica or something). It's a shame Cultos Ferox didn't play that night, as Brandon used to be in Corvus Corax, so I can imagine that they're pretty good (and can at least sing in tune).
Can't wait till Kaltenberg now.
It definitely wasn't worth paying extra for the Walpurgis show. There was a long queue for tickets that day, and not everyone got tickets for the show, but they were probably lucky with hindsight. I think the performance was better than the acts you can see on Neuhauser Str., but it was monotonous after a while and was over after 40 minutes. We were left wondering if that was it, and where were the witches? While the audience was entering the arena a group of drummers and a little, hairy Walpurgis creature did a sort of dance, which I'd assumed was just to keep the audience entertained while everyone else found seats. It occurred to me afterwards that perhaps that had been the witches' dance. Very disappointing, considering we could have watched several acts performing outside in the market instead. I was expecting 80 witches & devils running about the grounds too, but we only saw the same group of about 20 at different intervals during the evening - you must have missed them UrbanAngel.
The tournament was much better value for money. It was clearly geared towards children, and it was fun cheering for Heinrich der Löwe & the other knights, and booing the grumpy bishop (are you getting the picture?). I've not been, but I imagine the Kaltenberg tournament is more impressive (and more expensive). To be fair, the website had stated that that there had been some organisational problems prior to its start, and that they wanted to make sure a visit to the event would be affordable for families, which inevitably means it's going to be on a smaller scale.
Otherwise the battle earlier in the day was fun to watch as the participants went through their staged routines, died dramatically, and then promptly got up again to get ready for the next battle. The birds of prey show didn't work too well in the large arena, as there were only three or four of them, and all they really did was fly from one handler to the next, apart from one, more temperamental, bird that kept flying off (the handler had to fetch him back from the Olympiaberg earlier that weekend).
It was fun to try archery and/or axe throwing, and watch people placing their bets on the mouse roulette. There were some people hammering away on anvils, although it wasn't too clear what they were making, and others demonstrating other handicraft skills, but I had hoped the market would be more of a medieval "experience". It was mostly a collection of stalls selling ye olde bits and bobs or clothing, but it was interesting to browse around. Oh yes, there was also a lot of medieval armour and weapons on display to stop men in their tracks. The camels and the open-air salt-water bath were a surprise, the wandering minstrels & smoky fires added to the atmosphere, and the acts on the small stages (on Sunday) were very entertaining to watch over a mug of beer or date tea.
On the whole I had a good time, but I think my expectations were probably unreasonably high. I've obviously been spoiled by a visit to the Great Annual Re-Creation of Tudor Life at Kentwell Hall in the UK, where up to 400 participants dress and live the part as members of a Tudor household for a couple of weeks each year. It's difficult to make them slip out of character, however hard you try, and definitely worth a visit. (They also have smaller re-creation events throughout the year, should you happen to be in the neighbourhood).
The tournament was much better value for money. It was clearly geared towards children, and it was fun cheering for Heinrich der Löwe & the other knights, and booing the grumpy bishop (are you getting the picture?). I've not been, but I imagine the Kaltenberg tournament is more impressive (and more expensive). To be fair, the website had stated that that there had been some organisational problems prior to its start, and that they wanted to make sure a visit to the event would be affordable for families, which inevitably means it's going to be on a smaller scale.
Otherwise the battle earlier in the day was fun to watch as the participants went through their staged routines, died dramatically, and then promptly got up again to get ready for the next battle. The birds of prey show didn't work too well in the large arena, as there were only three or four of them, and all they really did was fly from one handler to the next, apart from one, more temperamental, bird that kept flying off (the handler had to fetch him back from the Olympiaberg earlier that weekend).
It was fun to try archery and/or axe throwing, and watch people placing their bets on the mouse roulette. There were some people hammering away on anvils, although it wasn't too clear what they were making, and others demonstrating other handicraft skills, but I had hoped the market would be more of a medieval "experience". It was mostly a collection of stalls selling ye olde bits and bobs or clothing, but it was interesting to browse around. Oh yes, there was also a lot of medieval armour and weapons on display to stop men in their tracks. The camels and the open-air salt-water bath were a surprise, the wandering minstrels & smoky fires added to the atmosphere, and the acts on the small stages (on Sunday) were very entertaining to watch over a mug of beer or date tea.
On the whole I had a good time, but I think my expectations were probably unreasonably high. I've obviously been spoiled by a visit to the Great Annual Re-Creation of Tudor Life at Kentwell Hall in the UK, where up to 400 participants dress and live the part as members of a Tudor household for a couple of weeks each year. It's difficult to make them slip out of character, however hard you try, and definitely worth a visit. (They also have smaller re-creation events throughout the year, should you happen to be in the neighbourhood).
Despite some teething problems last year, the knights' tournament was obviously considered a success, and will take place again, this time for 10 days from April 24 to May 4th.
Like last year, there'll be music, various street performers in the market, some knights' tournaments & battles, and a Walpurgis/witches night. This year they're also including a Gothic Night, and the possibility to book a knights' banquet in a VIP tent for 6 to 60 people (I couldn't see any details about how much the meal would cost, and places have to be booked directly with the organiser via an email to werther-nicolas@web.de).
The knights' tournament takes place on April 26th & 27th, & May 1st, 3rd & 4th. Gothic night is on April 29th & Walpurgis night is on April 30th
Market opening times are as follows:
Prices are as follows (not including booking fees if bought in advance):
As I wrote before, I didn't think the last Walpurgis show was good value for money, and at the moment the website doesn't go into any detail about what will be happening that night. Other people complained about the Walpurgis show in the guestbook section of the website, and one mentioned that there had been confusion & miscommunication about performance times & duration which is why the witches' dance did take place while the guests were still entering the arena, whilst other witches' performances were cut, so hopefully the organisers have taken note and will be better prepared this time round.
In general, comments on the whole experience ranged from "boring" to "excellent", so it really does seem to be a matter of personal preference and expectations. According to other comments in the guestbook, the organisers had to overcome masses of bureaucracy and even sabotage last year, so hopefully things will run more smoothly this time, and they'll be able to focus more on the programme rather than on paperwork.
In case the dates don't work for you, there's also a knights' tournament & market taking place in Poing from May 22nd to 25th, although I can't tell you what it'll be like: Gaudium Equites Poingorum.
Like last year, there'll be music, various street performers in the market, some knights' tournaments & battles, and a Walpurgis/witches night. This year they're also including a Gothic Night, and the possibility to book a knights' banquet in a VIP tent for 6 to 60 people (I couldn't see any details about how much the meal would cost, and places have to be booked directly with the organiser via an email to werther-nicolas@web.de).
The knights' tournament takes place on April 26th & 27th, & May 1st, 3rd & 4th. Gothic night is on April 29th & Walpurgis night is on April 30th
Market opening times are as follows:
- Friday 25.4.2008: 09.00 - 24.00
- Saturday 26.4.2008: 10.00 - 24.00
- Sunday 27.4.2008: 10.00 - 24.00
- Monday 28.4.2008: 16.00 – 24.00
- Tuesday 29.4.2008: 16.00 – 24.00
- Wednesday 30.4.2008: 16.00 – 24.00
- Thursday, 01.05.2008 – Saturday, 04.05.2008: 10.00 - 24.00
Prices are as follows (not including booking fees if bought in advance):
- The market is €8 for adults, €1 for children aged 6 and over, and free if under 6.
- The Knights' tournament & market costs €18 for adults, and €5 for children aged 4 and over.
- The Walpurgis show costs €18. There's no price reduction for children.
- The gothic night costs €15 for the market and a concert (no price reduction for children), or €25 for the market and a special "Umbra et Imago" show in the theatre tent (only for people over 18).
As I wrote before, I didn't think the last Walpurgis show was good value for money, and at the moment the website doesn't go into any detail about what will be happening that night. Other people complained about the Walpurgis show in the guestbook section of the website, and one mentioned that there had been confusion & miscommunication about performance times & duration which is why the witches' dance did take place while the guests were still entering the arena, whilst other witches' performances were cut, so hopefully the organisers have taken note and will be better prepared this time round.
In general, comments on the whole experience ranged from "boring" to "excellent", so it really does seem to be a matter of personal preference and expectations. According to other comments in the guestbook, the organisers had to overcome masses of bureaucracy and even sabotage last year, so hopefully things will run more smoothly this time, and they'll be able to focus more on the programme rather than on paperwork.
In case the dates don't work for you, there's also a knights' tournament & market taking place in Poing from May 22nd to 25th, although I can't tell you what it'll be like: Gaudium Equites Poingorum.
The group that I am here working with, QNTAL will also be playing at this on 29.April at 20:00 Uhr.
It should be a great concert and event!
It should be a great concert and event!
We just got back from wandering around the market with our 1.5 year old daughter. We really enjoyed it. There were spontaneous shows happening all over the place and lots
of good food, drink, and music to be had. Sure, 8 euro entrance fee is not cheep, but for a once a year event, it was fun. I found it more authentic and less crowded than Kaltenburg.
of good food, drink, and music to be had. Sure, 8 euro entrance fee is not cheep, but for a once a year event, it was fun. I found it more authentic and less crowded than Kaltenburg.
Has anyone else been along to the market at this "Ritter in München" thing? I think €8 per adult is pretty steep and I just wondered if it isnt exactly the same as Tollwood but with people in fancy dress.
the gothic night was great a small crowd due to the rain i had free tickets via an american goth so that was cool.
umbra et imago at the das schloss was super cool lots of fire and a great set. not to mention madeline de royal was super hot with her over the top goth costumes cant say enough.
the tournments are this weekend at the top of the thread is LAST YEARS DATES so go by the web site www.ritterinmuenchen.de that has all the current info as dates and times are the same in english as in german you should have no problems.
it is a nice departure from the usual club scene and very convenient.
umbra et imago at the das schloss was super cool lots of fire and a great set. not to mention madeline de royal was super hot with her over the top goth costumes cant say enough.
the tournments are this weekend at the top of the thread is LAST YEARS DATES so go by the web site www.ritterinmuenchen.de that has all the current info as dates and times are the same in english as in german you should have no problems.
it is a nice departure from the usual club scene and very convenient.
i see some people are asking about the price 8euro here there are free shows bands rides for children grat food is available plus did i mention MEAD yes lots of MEAD.
DID I MENTION THAT THE LIVE STAGE SHOWS ARE FREE yes free albet the tournement is extra you would expect that.
acrobats jugglers belly dancers camel rides hexens black smiths warriors wenchs and of course MEAD GLORIOUS MEAD AHHH.
DONT BE BORING DRESS UP AND GO
DID I MENTION THAT THE LIVE STAGE SHOWS ARE FREE yes free albet the tournement is extra you would expect that.
acrobats jugglers belly dancers camel rides hexens black smiths warriors wenchs and of course MEAD GLORIOUS MEAD AHHH.
DONT BE BORING DRESS UP AND GO
Kent, do you mean that free mead is included in the entrance fee? It wasn't last year. This year's dates were listed in a post at the bottom of page 1 (link).
Marka, based on my experience last year, the market entrance fee covers various acts & medieval-modern music groups that perform throughout the day on two stages in the market. E.g. the programme for today shows that a new act performs every half an hour. It also gives you access to areas where you can have a go at archery or axe throwing, or kids can try various handicrafts. I suppose it's worth it if you plan to spend a while there watching the different groups, but not if you just want to wander around looking at stalls selling various medieval bits and bobs.
FYI, the Walpurgis show had to be postponed due to bad weather and will instead take place tonight at 9pm. Tickets are apparently still available. The group Lufttanz Theater Berlin, which specialises in "tightrope dancing, acrobatics on stilts and aerial artistry", will perform a 60 minute show called "Mystére".
Marka, based on my experience last year, the market entrance fee covers various acts & medieval-modern music groups that perform throughout the day on two stages in the market. E.g. the programme for today shows that a new act performs every half an hour. It also gives you access to areas where you can have a go at archery or axe throwing, or kids can try various handicrafts. I suppose it's worth it if you plan to spend a while there watching the different groups, but not if you just want to wander around looking at stalls selling various medieval bits and bobs.
FYI, the Walpurgis show had to be postponed due to bad weather and will instead take place tonight at 9pm. Tickets are apparently still available. The group Lufttanz Theater Berlin, which specialises in "tightrope dancing, acrobatics on stilts and aerial artistry", will perform a 60 minute show called "Mystére".
I was at the market today and it was fun.
I expected something "kitsch" but it was not. I had the impression that a lot of people from the market were actually living there, they cooked their dinner on open fires and I've noticed that many tents had a real bed inside, making everything look real. Yes, 8 Euros...but it was worth it.
I expected something "kitsch" but it was not. I had the impression that a lot of people from the market were actually living there, they cooked their dinner on open fires and I've noticed that many tents had a real bed inside, making everything look real. Yes, 8 Euros...but it was worth it.
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