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Historical archery
at Bled castle

15. 5. – 18. 5. 2025

International historical archery tournament at Bled castle

Thursday, 15. 5. - Sunday, 18. 5. 2025
Bled, Slovenia
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Experience historical archery

at a thousand-year-old castle

Partake in a historic archery tournament at Bled Castle, a majestic fortress overlooking the shimmering emerald waters of Lake Bled. Immerse yourself in a breathtaking historical setting where your arrows can soar against the backdrop of this magnificent castle.

 
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Historical archery

at Bled castle
3D archery

3D archery

in Bohinjska Bela

Two venues. Two styles.
One tournament.

Divisions

  • Historical bow made of natural materials

  • Historical bow made of modern materials

  • Hunting bow

Classes

  • Junior (up to 16 years old)

  • Young Adult (17-20 years old)

  • Adult (21-54 years old)

  • Veteran (55+ years old)

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Schedule

Thu, May 15

Fri, May 16

Sat, May 17

Sun, May 18

Registration & equipment inspection

18:00 - 19:00

Bled Congress Center

Warm up

8:30 - 10:00

Group 1: Castle park

Group 2: Bohinjska Bela

Warm up

8:30 - 10:00

Group 1: Bohinjska Bela

Group 2: Castle park

Warm up

9:00 - 10:00

Castle park

Opening ceremony

19:00 - 20:00

Bled Congress Center

Head to course

10:15 - 10:30

Group 1: Castle park

Group 2: Bohinjska Bela

Head to course

10:15 - 10:30

Group 1: Castle park

Group 2: Bohinjska Bela

Finals

11:00 - 14:00

Castle park

Archer right
Competition

10:30 - 15:00

Group 1: Castle park

Group 2: Bohinjska Bela

Competition

10:30 - 15:00

Group 1: Bohinjska Bela

Group 2: Castle park

Medal ceremony and closing

15:00

Castle park

Archer left

Countdown to historical archery at Bled castle

365d

 

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60m

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Rules

Explore the bow styles, arrows and other gear permitted in Bled Historical tournament. Knowing these rules will help you register and let everyone enjoy the competition to the fullest. Learn more by clicking the button below.

Last year’s highlights

Payment details

The registration fee is €60. The fee includes: practice field, welcome bag, 3-day event with finals, entrance to Bled castle, opening ceremony with refreshments and award ceremony.

Registration is open until April 30th. Registration is confirmed once payment is received.

Relive 2024

Relive the unforgettable moments of remarkable skill, and fierce competition that defined 2024 gathering of archers at the international historical archery tournament at Bled castle.

Drawing of the Bled castle

Memories from the castle

Pair of archers at the castle
Two breathtaking courses in Slovenia’s stunning landscape. From the majestic Bled Castle backdrop to the historical attire and challenging shots like rapid shooting and a wobble platform, this tournament was truly unforgettable.

Susanne & Michael Plata, Germany

Get in Touch

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