Chivalric culture began to spread across Europe in 1107, emphasizing ideals of knighthood, honor, and courtly love. This cultural movement influenced the behavior of nobility and the arts, leading to a flourishing of literature that celebrated these values.

The rise of chivalric culture inspired poets like Chrétien de Troyes, who wrote about the ideals of knighthood and courtly love in works such as 'Erec and Enide.' This literary movement contributed to the development of romance poetry, shaping the narrative style and themes of medieval literature.