June 27–28, 2026
Tournament Arena
(Southern Forecourt)

Feel the excitement of a real medieval battle and witness a show at the highest European level.

On the last weekend of June, the 13th-century Teutonic castle in Gniew will once again become the capital of knightly skill.

The best reenactors from three continents gather here, and the tournament hosts will be the famous Knights of Gniew – multiple champions of international arenas. These are not staged skirmishes. This is tough, sporting competition in full plate armor, based on the realities of 15th-century games.

Knight Tournament Program – what will you see at the Arena?

The tournament tradition in Gniew dates back to 1992. During this year's jubilee edition, you will see three spectacular disciplines with increasing levels of difficulty and realism:

Equestrian agility races: A display of precision and masterful horsemanship. Knights at full gallop wield traditional weapons: sword, lance, and spear.
Meleé (Team tournament game): A dynamic, group clash of horse formations. Knights aim to eliminate opponents from the fight using safe, wooden tournament clubs.
Tournament jousts (Jousting): The most anticipated, classic competition. Two riders charge at each other along the barrier. The goal is one: strike the opponent's shield or armor with a lance hard enough to break the wooden shaft or unseat the opponent.

Two mounted knights in period armor perform in a castle courtyard before a large red-brick medieval castle, spectators seated.

Practical information and directions

Tickets for the Knight Tournament in Gniew:

The event is free of charge.

How to get there?

Gniew Castle (Pomeranian Voivodeship) is located directly on national road no. 91.

By car from the south: The easiest way is to take the A1 motorway (exit at Kopytkowo junction), then DW231 and DK91.
By public transport: Take a long-distance train to Tczew (main transfer hub). From there, buses operated by Latocha run regularly to Gniew throughout the day, including Saturdays and Sundays.

Where to park? Castle parking lot

The closest parking is at the castle parking lot on Rycerska Street, just before the hotel. The number of spaces is strictly limited.

Car: 35 PLN / day
Coach: 50 PLN / day

Stay overnight in the heart of the events

Don't waste time on commuting and feel the atmosphere of a historic fortress after dusk. Hotel Zamek Gniew offers unique accommodation in three exceptional facilities:

Hotel Rycerski: Comfort and modernity at a four-star standard. Ideal for those seeking full relaxation.
Pałac Marysieńki: A three-star facility originally built by Jan III Sobieski for his beloved wife. It combines coziness with a historic spirit.
Komnaty Zamkowe: Authentic, atmospheric interiors in the castle's main building – a proposition for those who want to feel like they are at a royal court.

On June 27-28, you can take advantage of the non-refundable offer with breakfast or the flexible offer with breakfast.