Seeboden

A lord of the castle with a torture museum and knights’ games

(Bild: Elisa Aschbacher)

A journey back in time to the Middle Ages: the grounds of Sommeregg Castle in Seeboden are once again transformed into a village of knights with a market and much more. 

What Frank Rieder has created in his era as lord of Sommeregg Castle in Seeboden is probably unique. "I was inspired to open a torture museum in Italy," recalls Riegler: "I was ridiculed at the time - many people thought it wouldn't work." And how it did! The castle is now known far beyond the borders of the country - including the knights' games, which the Seeboden native brought to life.

Terrifying and exciting at the same time: the torture museum right in Sommeregg Castle!(Bild: Elisa Aschbacher)

The construction work for the knights' games is in full swing and rehearsals are underway.(Bild: Elisa Aschbacher)

And they have something new to offer every year. "Also because of our many regular guests," says Riegler, who bought the castle a good 30 years ago and is now hosting the 26th Knights' Festival. "We used to celebrate for three days. Now it lasts three weeks because it's so well received," says a delighted Rieder, who chooses his artists carefully.

"Look at the faces of the guests"
"During the performance, I look at the faces of the guests. If they are enthusiastic and amazed, then so am I with my selection." The castle grounds are once again transformed into a lively medieval village. It started on Tuesday! Until August 18, a total of 40 artists and warriors will be providing medieval highlights from Tuesday to Sunday! Food and drink are also provided.