{"id":35825,"date":"2026-08-05T08:45:37","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T06:45:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fortezzabellinzona.ch\/?post_type=mec-events&p=35825"},"modified":"2026-09-25T11:19:26","modified_gmt":"2026-09-25T09:19:26","slug":"swiss-castles-day-travel","status":"publish","type":"mec-events","link":"https:\/\/fortezzabellinzona.ch\/en\/mostre-attivita\/swiss-castles-day-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Swiss Castles Day: TRAVEL"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Swiss Castles Day is the most important event organised by the Swiss Castles Association and its members. On the first Sunday in October, across Switzerland\u2019s three language regions, a varied programme is offered to a wide audience, particularly families. On 4 October 2026, 32 castles will be offering exciting and varied programmes on the theme of \u2018travel\u2019.<\/p>\n

Castel Grande Program:
\n<\/em>11:00 a.m. \u2013 Music in the Courtyard<\/span><\/p>\n

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In the courtyard of Castel Grande, under the chestnut tree, a musical encounter featuring piano, violin, and vocals. A musical journey through jazz, soul, and masterpieces of classical music, reinterpreted with elegance, intensity, and artistic freedom. A diverse repertoire ranging from the sophisticated atmospheres of jazz to the warm sounds of soul, with forays into classical music, for an experience that will surprise and captivate. Event in collaboration with the 753ArteBellezza association.<\/p>\n

Montebello Castle Program:
\n<\/em>Medieval entertainment with \u201cSpada nella Rocca\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

A free shuttle service will be available from Largo Elvezia to Montebello Castle, running from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

Castle\u2019s outdoor lawn:
\n11:00 a.m. \u2013 Suedalp sword fight
\n11:30 a.m. \u2013 Andrea\u2019s juggling act
\n11:45 a.m. \u2013 Demonstration of Italian courtly swordplay with the swordsmen of La Rocca
\n1:00 p.m. \u2013 Medieval dance demonstration with Maia Danze
\n1:30 p.m. \u2013 Suedalp sword fights
\n2:00 p.m. \u2013 Parade and presentation of the groups, followed by the official ceremony
\n2:15 p.m. \u2013 Multi-era reenactment featuring historical figures from the Fortress
\n2:45 p.m. \u2013 Medieval joust and circus-style horse show
\n3:15 p.m. \u2013 Performance by Roberto the fire-eater
\n4:30 p.m. \u2013 Sword show featuring the \u201cSpafaccini della Rocca\u201d with musicians
\n5:00 p.m. \u2013 Parade of groups; conclusion of the day<\/p>\n

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Inside the Castle:
\n1:30\u20132:30 p.m. \u2013 Storytelling by Madame Violante and Mariangela Martino
\n2:30\u20133:30 p.m. \u2013 Magic, theater, and juggling show with Auriga Teatro<\/p>\n

Continuous entertainment inside the castle, including archery, camp life and crafts, children\u2019s activities, music, fortune-tellers, merchants, and medieval market stalls.<\/p>\n

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Admission fees for activities at the Montebello Castle:<\/span><\/p>\n

Adults<\/em> CHF 10
\nChildren up to 9 years old<\/em> CHF 1
\nAges 10 to 18<\/em> CHF 5
\nFree admission<\/em> for Spada members<\/em><\/p>\n

Please note that Castel Grande is hosting the exhibition \u201cProgetto Castel Grande: Sculptures and Paintings by Ivo Soldini,\u201d while at Sasso Corbaro Castle you can visit the exhibition \u201cFra Roberto tra le mura.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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