Visingsö Riddarspel

Name: Visingsö Riddarspel
Start: 2026-08-15T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-16T16:00:00+02:00
Location: Hamnen, Visingsö

took place · 15 Aug 2026

festival family culture outdoor

Description was written before the event

A medieval knight spectacle on Visingsö featuring knights, horses, and historical scenes from the 13th century.

About the festival: Visingsö Riddarspel

1 weekend per year

frequency

2 days

duration

Runs 2 days: Sat 15 Aug (10:00-17:00) & Sun 16 Aug (10:00-16:00)
Tickets from 190 SEK (2025 price); children under 6 free
Food & drink bought separately at market stalls; no ATM on the island
Advance booking strongly recommended, especially for the jousting arena
Ferry from Gränna to Visingsö - approx. 25 min crossing, runs year-round
Leave car in Gränna - venue is walkable from the ferry landing
All ages welcome; family activities include archery, pony riding and children's workshop
Event runs rain or shine

2026-06
The 2026 edition is confirmed for 15-16 August at the harbour area of Visingsö (week 33).
2025-12
First Camp Gränna published accommodation and travel information for the 2026 event, confirming dates and programme highlights.
2025-08
The 2025 edition was reported by Jönköpings-Posten as a successful comeback after the pandemic-era hiatus.
2025-08
The 2025 event ran 16-17 August with tickets from 190 SEK per person; children under 6 entered free.

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