The Crémieu Medieval Festival – 21st Edition

  • Entertainment/recreation

Hear ye, hear ye, fair ladies and noble gentlemen! The Crémieu Medieval Festival is back!

For one unforgettable weekend, step back in time in the heart of this charming medieval town, where history comes to life around every corner.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of live performances, or looking for a memorable family adventure, the Crémieu Medieval Festival 2026 invites you on a journey back to the age of knights and the Dauphins.

Jousting tournaments, music, performances, artisans and medieval encampments will bring the streets of the historic town to life. Our passionate volunteers, dressed in authentic medieval costumes, will welcome you and immerse you in the spirit of the Middle Ages in a warm and festive atmosphere.

So don your tunic and join the adventure ! This Medieval Festival is the must attend event of the season !

Practical information

Equipments

  • Car park,

  • Pay car park,

  • Public WC

Services

  • Pets welcome,

  • Booking obligatory,

  • Tourist information,

  • Guided tours,

  • Stroller-accessible

Theme

  • Medieval,

  • Arts and crafts,

  • Street theatre,

  • Regional Products,

  • Various music

Time schedule

  • Saturday 12 September 2026

    from 10h00 to 22h00

  • Sunday 13 September 2026

    from 10h00 to 18h00

Prices

Payment method

  • Bank/credit card,

  • Cash,

  • Online payment

Free entry but parking fee is compulsory. Visitor Parking: €5 per vehicle per day

Banquets in the Market Hall (online booking required)
- Saturday Evening Dinner Show -
Children up to 12 years old: €20
Adults and children over 12: €30
- Sunday Lunch -
Children up to 12 years old: €20
Adults and children over 12: €25

Pré Minssieux Show
Adults and children over 10: €10
Children aged 5–10: €5
Children under 5: Free

In french only, guided Theatrical Tours with Lady Ysobel (limited to 30 participants)
Children under 12: Free
Adults and children over 12: €5

Concerts inside the church
Children under 12: Free
Adults and children over 12: €5

All other shows, performances, and entertainment taking place throughout the festival are free of charge.

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Go there

Latitude : 45.724763

Longitude : 5.252784

Height : 220

Cité médiévale de Crémieu
Centre historique
38460 Crémieu
Go there

The medieval town of Crémieu is located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, in the northern part of the Isère department.

It is approximately :
- 45 minutes east of Lyon;
- 1 hour from Bourg-en-Bresse;
- 1 hour 15 minutes from Grenoble;
- 1 hour 30 minutes from Annecy;
- 1 hour 45 minutes from Geneva.

Crémieu is easily accessible by car via :
- the A43 motorway (Exits 7, 8 or 10);
- the A432 motorway (Exits 3 or 4);
- the A42 motorway (Exit 7).

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Information updated on 10/09/2026
by Office du Tourisme Les Balcons du Dauphiné

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