The following principles of the Bon Ton Galant form the spiritual and social foundation of our days together. Please note, however, that separate regulations apply strictly to the individual divertissements, courses, and especially to the festive ball. This concerns in particular the mandatory dress codes as well as the required minimum number of participants. We respectfully ask you to study these specific details conscientiously when reviewing and booking the respective program item.

With our events, we consciously establish the format "Le Bon Genre" to distinguish ourselves from classical reenactment. While reenactment often demands forensic accuracy down to the hand-sewn seam and the absolute renunciation of modern fabric blends, we pursue a different goal: the perfect historical illusion as a total work of art. For this optical illusion, we place the utmost value on a historically accurate silhouette and an authentic appearance of the garments – however, we do not count stitches or examine material compositions.

The true heart of "Le Bon Genre", however, lies in the inner values of the epoch, the "Bon Ton" or "Bon Ton Galant". It is about cultivated social interaction, musical practice, and the historical spirit. So that this substantive depth can be experienced by all guests, adherence to our "Bon Ton" – the binding set of rules for historical etiquette, posture, and manners – is essential. We therefore ask for strict observance of the following conventions as well as our organizational deadlines.

For our Rococo week, historical attire is desired.
Absolute perfection is not demanded; the joy of appearance
and respect for the era take precedence.
The following styles serve for the fine distinction of the occasions:

Ladies: Wide hoop skirts (panniers),
tight bodices with square necklines and decorated stomachers.
Heavy silks and brocades.

Gentlemen: Knee-length, richly decorated justaucorps
over a contrasting waistcoat.
Accompanied by culottes, smooth silk stockings, jabot,
powdered wig, and a sword worn at the side.

Ladies: Reduced skirt volume, often pinned-up overskirts
for greater freedom of movement. Necklines covered by fichus
or mantelets, paired with flat straw hats (bergère).

Gentlemen: Softer falling coats in muted colors, simpler waistcoats.
The tricorne is worn or tucked under the arm,
a walking stick serves as an accessory.

Ladies: Strictly smaller panniers for legroom,
floor-clearing skirts, and a tight bodice.
The powdered hairstyle must remain completely suitable for dancing
(no extreme tower hairstyles).
Light dancing shoes (Louis heel).

Gentlemen: Close-fitting, open-worn justaucorps,
gilet, and culottes. White shirt with fine lace cuffs,
powdered wig (mandatory!), and dancing shoes with a heel.
The tricorne may not be worn in the hall.

There is no masking requirement at the ball.
However, a fitting historical mask is expressly recommended
for the unconstrained revelry of the Carnevale
and enriches the atmosphere.

• The Art of Gallantry: Encounter all guests of the ball week with that timeless gallantry and obliging courtesy that make the social interaction of the 18th century so incomparable.
• The Play of Society: Mingle freely among the guests. Whether at the communal souper, the promenade, or in the casino – the forging of new acquaintances and stimulating conversation are the true spirit of Le Bon Genre.
• Freedom of the Carnevale: At our festival, there is no distinction of class or rank. Every guest contributes to the magnificent success of the days and is cordially invited to surrender themselves freely to the merry revelry.
• Appreciation through Punctuality: As the various divertissements, courses, and excursions of the week are finely coordinated with one another, punctual attendance is a sign of respect towards the organizers and the society.

• Photographs and Court Painters: To preserve the illusion of the era, we ask that mobile telephones be silenced in the hall and used only discreetly. Since we forgo our own "court painter", we are all the more grateful for every guest who captures the most beautiful moments and shares them with the society in our photo album.

• Ticket Sales and the Foundation of the Ball Week: In order to guarantee the magnificent execution of the festivities, we respectfully request your timely booking starting with the advance sales on September 1, 2026. As the Grand Masquerade Ball forms the center of our days together, the realization of all courses and divertissements is strictly bound to it taking place. The prerequisite for this is an assembly of at least 50 persons by December 31, 2026.
• Divertissements and Individual Courses: Please note that specific participant numbers are also required for the individual program items (for example, ball preparation requires 10 to a maximum of 20 registrations). Should an individual course not reach this number, only that specific program item will be canceled. This may postpone the general start of the festivities for the affected guests (for example, to Friday).
• Accommodation & Concierge Service: Take advantage of our new exclusive and complimentary concierge service. Most hotel rooms are reserved for our guests until January 31, 2027!
• Culinary Delights and Own Reckoning: Apart from the refreshing water provided at the dance courses, the chioccolata calda, and our festive buffet volant at the ball, we ask you to note that all further or self-ordered food and beverages (such as at the tavern gatherings) are to be settled directly by each guest themselves.
• Baroque Means of Payment: As modern sleight of hand with cards will fail within the historical walls of the Residenz, we respectfully request that you carry a sufficiently filled purse of cash with you at the ball for personal consumption notes and expenses.
• Binding Nature of Registration: Upon reaching the respective minimum number of participants, the hosting of the ball week or the individual courses is considered secured. We respectfully point out that from this moment on, all acquired tickets attain their full binding nature. A cancellation or refund of the ticket price is excluded from then on.

Should the minimum number of participants, contrary to expectations, not be reached
and the event must be canceled on our part,
the paid fee will naturally be refunded to you in full
and without deductions.

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Dance Selection

The Dances of the Ball

All planned dances with the dance descriptions

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Steps around 1750

Contretemps, Pas de Gavotte, Pas de Fleuret, Pas de Bourrée, Rigaudon & many more

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Figures around 1750

Hands across, Turn, Swing, Set & Turn & many more

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The Consummate Toilette

Complexion, Coiffure & the Secret of the Mouches

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Authentic Fashion & Attire

Silhouette, Fabrics & the Mystery of the Mask

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Distinguished Gestures & Expressions

Posture, Reverence & the Language of the Fan

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Shared Photo Album

Share your most beautiful moments of the ball week with the society

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Accommodation & Hotels

Hotel recommendations & detailed instructions: Please book in good time in the heart of Eichstätt

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Registration & Ticket Sales

Advance sales start on September 1, 2026: Tickets are exclusively available in our online boutique

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