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Medieval Journey in the Land of Santa Maria
Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria
Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal
Jul 29 - Aug 9, 2026ConfirmedSource
For a few days every summer, the castle town of Santa Maria da Feira travels back to the Middle Ages, with staged battles, fire shows, wandering musicians, and a huge medieval market. It's the largest event of its kind in Portugal, and thousands of locals dress up and join in.
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Santa Maria da Feira, Central Portugal, Portugal
Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal
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Medieval Journey in the Land of Santa Maria
Viagem Medieval em Terra de Santa Maria
Santa Maria da Feira, Portugal
For a few days every summer, the castle town of Santa Maria da Feira travels back to the Middle Ages, with staged battles, fire shows, wandering musicians, and a huge medieval market. It's the largest event of its kind in Portugal, and thousands of locals dress up and join in.
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About Medieval Journey in the Land of Santa Maria
Portugal’s flagship medieval historical reenactment centred on Santa Maria da Feira’s historic centre and castle, with staged historical scenes, musicians, fire acts, markets, food, and large public participation. Official sources describe it as the largest medieval reenactment event in Europe, drawing tens of thousands daily. The 2026 edition runs 29 July‑9 August in the historic centre and castle area.
This celebration benefits from careful observation, local guidance, and respect for community boundaries.
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What not to do
Avoid filming or photographing moments that feel private, sacred, or restricted.
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Portugal’s flagship medieval historical reenactment centred on Santa Maria da Feira’s historic centre and castle, with staged historical scenes, musicians, fire acts, markets, food, and large public participation. Official sources describe it as the largest medieval reenactment event in Europe, drawing tens of thousands daily. The 2026 edition runs 29 July‑9 August in the historic centre and castle area.
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Santa Maria da Feira
Central Portugal
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