XXXV Turniej Rycerski Króla Jana III Sobieskiego na Zamku w Gniewie
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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.
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 horse control. Knights at full gallop wield traditional weapons: sword, spear, and lance.
Meleé (Team tournament game): A dynamic, group clash of horse formations. Knights try to eliminate opponents from the fight using safe, wooden tournament maces.
Tournament jousting: The most anticipated, classic event. Two riders charge at each other along a barrier. The aim is simple: to strike the opponent's shield or armor with a lance hard enough to break the wooden shaft or unseat the opponent.
Knight Tournament Program in Gniew 2026
17:00 - opening ceremony and presentation of honorary guests and the knights of Gniew with their banners
17:30 - skill races
19:00 - Meleé (team tournament game)
19:30 - tournament races of the knights of Gniew
21:00 - evening of anniversary memories
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.
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