Berlin Buckler Bouts 2025

1. August 2025

Berlin Buckler Bouts in May 2025 – 23rd Edition

On the weekend of May 24–25, 2025, Berlin hosted the 23rd edition of the Berlin Buckler Bouts (BBB). This international gathering has long become a staple of the Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) scene, attracting fencers from across Europe, North America, and beyond.

The Focus: Sword and Buckler

The BBB are dedicated exclusively to fencing with **sword and buckler**, a historical weapon combination best known from the so-called **I.33** — the oldest known fencing manual in Europe, dating back to the early 14th century. The aim is to apply and further develop the principles described in this source in a practical and dynamic way.

Free Sparring Instead of Competition

Unlike many other events, the Berlin Buckler Bouts do not focus on competition. Instead, the emphasis is deliberately placed on free sparring, technical work, and high-level peer exchange. Participants are required to have at least one year of experience with sword and buckler to ensure intensive and cooperative training.



This format fosters an open and respectful atmosphere where historical sources and modern fencing go hand in hand. It’s not only about hard training — but also about discussion, analysis, and mutual learning.

International Exchange and Networking

The Berlin Buckler Bouts are known for their distinctly international atmosphere. Fencers regularly travel from Italy, France, Poland, the UK, the USA, and Canada to attend. Twice a year, Berlin becomes a meeting point for a global community — one that connects historical fencing across clubs, countries, and cultures.

Part of a Long-Standing Tradition

The BBB have been held in Berlin for over a decade, usually twice a year in spring and autumn. This makes them one of the most established regular buckler events worldwide. The combination of a relaxed atmosphere, solid historical foundations, and technically demanding free sparring makes the event a must-attend fixture in the HEMA calendar for many.


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Macebell Absolute Beginner Vol. II – Foundations with Momentum

von 183:920182279 • 1. August 2025
On June 29, 2025, the second workshop titled “Macebell Absolute Beginner Vol. II” took place. Led by Felix von Kirchbach from Kiba Berlin , participants spent three hours working with the macebell — a versatile training tool focused on strength, coordination, and mobility .

Fencing Weekend at Schloss Sallgast – July 2025

1. August 2025
From July 18 to 20, 2025, the annual Fencing Weekend at Schloss Sallgast took place — an event that has now become a regular part of the club calendar. As in the previous year, the historic setting of the castle in Niederlausitz provided a striking backdrop for training, exchange, and shared experiences.

Berlin Messer Weekend BMW

1. August 2025
The Berlin Messer Weekend 2025 (BMW 2025) was the first major event in Berlin dedicated exclusively to the Long Messer. In the European HEMA scene (Historical European Martial Arts), this weapon holds a special historical significance — and over the past five years, the international community of HEMA fencers has grown noticeably. With the Berlin Messer Weekend, a clear message was sent: the Long Messer deserves its own specialized event. Focus on the Messer The goal of the weekend was to bring together enough Messer fencers from this still relatively small niche to make an event possible that focused exclusively on this weapon type. All parts of the program — from the tournament to the workshops — were held in English to ensure the best possible experience for international participants.

Berlin HEMA Cup 2025

1. August 2025
On the first weekend of March 2025, the very first Berlin HEMA Cup took place. Over 150 participants from 23 countries came to Berlin to compete across two days in longsword, saber, and rapier & dagger tournaments — each held in both Open and Women+ categories. The Berlin HEMA Cup was a joint project by Schildwache Potsdam , OSC Berlin , and Twerchhau Berlin. The goal was to organize a well-run tournament while also strengthening HEMA as a sport, hobby, and community in Berlin — and to make it even more appealing to newcomers and spectators. [Official Website] [Instagram Page]

Neue Trainingsordnung für alle Disziplinen beschlossen

31. Juli 2025
Der Vorstand von Twerchhau e.V. hat im Juli 2025 eine neue Trainingsordnung verabschiedet. Sie ersetzt die bisherige Fassung von Januar 2023 und trägt dem Umstand Rechnung, dass sich unser Verein in den letzten Jahren deutlich breiter aufgestellt hat – mit wachsenden Trainingsangeboten für unterschiedliche Waffengattungen neben dem Langschwert.

Fechtwochenende auf Schloss Sallgast – Juli 2025

28. Juli 2025
Vom 18. bis 20. Juli 2025 fand das jährliche Fechtwochenende auf Schloss Sallgast statt – eine Veranstaltung, die mittlerweile fester Bestandteil des Vereinskalenders ist. Wie im Vorjahr bot das historische Ambiente des Schlosses in der Niederlausitz eine eindrucksvolle Kulisse für Training, Austausch und gemeinsames Erleben.

Berlin Duelling Days 2025

14. Juli 2025
Tag 1: Säbelturnier (Open & Frauen+), Tag 2: Triathlon mit Bajonett, Säbel, Degen.

Macebell Absolute Beginner Vol. II – Grundlagen mit Schwung

von 183:920182279 • 1. Juli 2025
Am 29. Juni 2025 fand der zweite Workshop unter dem Titel „Macebell Absolute Beginner Vol. II“ statt. Unter der Anleitung von Felix von Kirchbach von Kiba Berlin widmeten sich die Teilnehmenden drei Stunden lang der Arbeit mit der Macebell – einem vielseitigen Trainingsgerät mit Schwerpunkt auf Kraft, Koordination und Mobilität.

Berlin Buckler Bouts

1. Juni 2025
Am Wochenende des 24. und 25. Mai 2025 fand in Berlin die 23. Auflage der Berlin Buckler Bouts (BBB) statt. Dieses internationale Treffen ist längst eine feste Größe in der HEMA-Szene (Historical European Martial Arts) und zieht Fechterinnen und Fechter aus ganz Europa, Nordamerika und darüber hinaus an.

Berlin Messer Weekend (BMW)

12. Mai 2025
Das Berlin Messer Weekend 2025 (BMW 2025) war das erste große Event in Berlin, das sich ausschließlich dem Langen Messer widmete. In der europäischen HEMA-Szene (Historical European Martial Arts) hat diese Waffe eine besondere historische Bedeutung – und in den letzten fünf Jahren ist die internationale Gemeinschaft der HEMA-Fechter merklich gewachsen. Mit dem Berlin Messer Weekend setzte man ein klares Zeichen: Das Lange Messer verdient ein eigenes, spezialisiertes Event. Fokus auf das Messer Ziel des Wochenendes war es, genug Messerfechter aus der noch relativ kleinen Nische zusammenzubringen, um ein Event zu ermöglichen, das sich ausschließlich diesem Waffentyp widmet. Sämtliche Programmpunkte – vom Turnier bis zu den Workshops – fanden daher auch in englischer Sprache statt, um internationale Teilnehmende bestmöglich einzubinden.