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Entertainment
Discover the highlights of the Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly
Magnificent shows featuring authentic and dazzling reenactments of the medieval era!Complete and detailed program online 15 days before the event
The artisans' market
Discover medieval crafts and trades: saddler, blacksmith, glassblower, woodcarver, stonecutter, basketmaker....
Featuring trips to admire the skills of our ancestors!
As you wander through the heart of the Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly, immerse yourself in the world of a market brought to life by many artisans and merchants!
They'll show you the trades of the time and the different techniques used to make tools, weapons, clothes and everyday utensils: the saddler (leatherwork), the glassblower, the woodcarver, the stonecutter, the basketmaker, the blacksmith and many more....
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Night Shows
Experience the magic of medieval nighttime performances: a dazzling display of lights and fireworks highlighting the feats of knights and troubadours.
Let the magic of the night take over…
Extend your medieval adventure with an unforgettable evening under the stars, illuminated by torchlight!
Two spectacular performances full of thrills and emotions:
- A dreamlike show blending magic, equestrian arts, aerial acrobatics, grace, and humor
- Amid flames and fireworks, a grand fire and pyrotechnics spectacle
The Encampments
Various encampments housing knights, soldiers and mercenaries are spread throughout the Forêt des Moulins. They offer an insight into the daily life of a troop in the field, including techniques related to the art of war.
Initiate yourself into life in the Middle Ages!
Discover the various tasks performed by the men and women of the time, whether knights, squires, soldiers or craftsmen :
- Demonstrations of fighting training, medieval fencing, archery...
- Demonstrations of weapons and armorof the fighter with occasional opportunity to try on armor.
- Reconstructions and demonstrations of siege engines: catapult, cannon...
- Manufactures of mail chains, demonstrations of forge work.
- Discoveries of tortures practiced in the Middle Ages.
- Medieval games, outdoor games...
- Cardboard weaving, calligraphy, traditional painting, wood carving, violin making, medieval cooking, herbs and other spices, divination and medicinal plants...
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Children's entertainment
Give your children unforgettable experiences! In addition to shows accessible to the youngest without restriction, a variety of good-natured animations are on offer to help them discover life in the time of feudal lords.
- With humor and lots of laughter, the actors of the MachinaSilente company, from Berry, give a scrupulously accurate history lesson. From the simple slingshot to the beginnings of artillery, you'll discover the evolution of siege techniques. You'll see for yourself the ingenuity of the builders of yesteryear and the performance of these machines. Children will learn how to use their hands. They'll have to work hard and sometimes even take risks.
- The Cow prod company will show you how to become a real knight's apprentice. Initiation to combat strategies and battles (with foam sword), hitting the quintaine while riding the wooden horse with wheels.
A diploma celebrating the event will be awarded to each little knight!
- The loupiots village with their original games
- The boissellerie workshop to make their magic swords and wands
- Various workshops in the craft village: pottery, wood carving, stone carving, sewing
- Brevet du petit Chevalier and you'll receive a diploma and a medal
Also discover the Grandes Médiévales d'Andilly
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