Reinventing the past: The Médiévales de Québec festival
Although Québec City was founded well after the Middle Ages, its ramparts and some of its architectural elements are reminiscent of this period of European history. In 1993, the Médiévales festival was organized to make the most of the Old City’s natural decor during a journey in time to Bourg-sous-le-Cap, a fictitious medieval town. Artisans, horseback riders and visitors from all over the world joined Québec City residents to recreate a bygone era. Put on your chain mail and come ride through streets of Québec City with us!
Clément Thibeault
In the Middle Ages, jousting on horseback was a very popular activity, especially for the nobility. These confrontations first appeared in France in the 12th century, before they were suspended in the 16th century after the tragic death of King Henri II in 1559. This practice indeed caused many deaths and injuries, despite the protections that were added over the centuries.
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