NEWS & EVENTS
PAINTING AND DRAWING CONTEST
2nd prize: Rüdiger T-shirt
3rd prize: Rüdiger cap
FULL MOON NIGHTS 2026
Getting here & parking:
Please arrive early. Due to possible waiting times at the inclined lift, we recommend using the historic footpath. Parking is available at the visitor centre (castle lift valley station) and in the village of Riegersburg. Please allow for a longer walk to the ticket office.
A magical evening awaits you in the castle tavern’s outdoor dining area with witches’ goulash, pancakes baked over the campfire and live music (31 July: Frank und Frei | 28 August: Hausband) under the full moon. In addition, blacksmithing demonstrations, exciting castle tours and an adventurous children’s programme bring the castle grounds to life. The spectacular knight fights by the Ritterbund Reckherspurg and the Prellhawer are among the highlights of the evening.
Children’s Programme
5:30 pm – 1st Castle Courtyard
Children’s tour – Children, conquer the castle!
6:30 pm – Bathhouse
Children’s sword fighting with the knights
Programme
7:30 pm – 2nd Castle Courtyard
Knight sword fight: The Knights’ Wedding
8:00 pm, 9:00 pm & 10:30 pm – 1st Castle Courtyard
Through the castle with court gossip – castle tour
8:30 pm – Bathhouse
Iron & Honour: Discover the knight’s weapons and experience them up close
From 9:00 pm (31 July only) – battlements
Khevenhüller Guard of Hochosterwitz Castle: historical weapons and live firing demonstrations
10:00 pm – 2nd Castle Courtyard
Knight sword fight: The Knights’ Wedding
11:00 pm – 1st Castle Moat
Witch trial & witches’ flight
Further Programme Highlights
Full moon climbing on the Jungfernsteig via ferrata with Naturbursch Riegersburg
Advance registration is required by calling 0680 / 20 49 449 (start: 8:30 pm | advanced climbers only | equipment hire available upon registration | additional charge payable on site).
Castle historian Günther Maierhofer as herald of the evening
Blacksmithing demonstration with Jonas the Blacksmith (surcharge on site)
Archery on the battlements (4:00 pm to 7:00 pm | surcharge on site)
Prices
Adults: €19.90
Children (6–15 years): €12.90
Families (2 adults & 2 children): €49.90
Price includes lift (operates until 1:00 am) & footpath
Limited tickets!
The event takes place in all weather conditions.
EDUCATORS DAY
FREE ADMISSION FOR EDUCATORS
We invite all professionals working in education, childcare and care services to enjoy a free day out at Riegersburg Castle! No reservation required.
Simply provide your name and school at the ticket office on 16 July or 10 September 2026. The free ticket includes ascent and descent (castle path or lift), admission to the castle interiors including the museums, and the birds of prey flight show.
Tickets for educators free of charge. Ticket prices for accompanying persons can be found here.
Wichtiger Hinweis: Das Gratis-Ticket kann ausschließlich im Besucherzentrum (Talsation) abgeholt werden. Am Burgaufgang gibt es nur einen Ticketautomaten und kein Personal.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by phone at 03153 / 8213 or by email.
VIA FERRATA CHALLENGE 2026
CONQUER THE CASTLE ROCK –
BECOME A LEGEND!
The Riegersburg Via Ferrata Challenge challenges everyone from beginners to extreme athletes who have the courage to take on the legendary castle rock and its via ferratas.
On 5 September 2026, you can start freely between 5:00 am and 6:00 pm and complete as many via ferratas as you like.
This is not a race against the clock, but a personal challenge – anyone who completes their category is a winner.
For each completed category, there is an award such as a certificate or a commemorative pin.
📅 When?
Saturday, 5 September 2026
⏰ 5:00 am to 6:00 pm
🎫 Entry fee: Details to follow
🧗♀️ Equipment: Complete via ferrata equipment (harness, via ferrata set, helmet, gloves) is mandatory and must be brought by participants themselves. A short sling as a resting aid is required!
📩 Registration by no later than 01 September 2026 at office@kletterhalle-fuerstenfeld.at
