Festa di San Bernardo - Festa Patronale

Saint Bernard, patron saint of Roncola

August 20th is a date that holds special meaning in Roncola, a municipality in Valle Imagna, province of Bergamo: it is the day of the Festa di San Bernardo, the patron saint. The main hamlet of the village, Roncola San Bernardo, also bears his name.

The patronal festival intertwines the religious dimension – with liturgical celebrations in honor of the saint – with the more popular and community-focused aspects. It is an occasion for the community to come together, in the height of summer, to share moments of celebration amidst the mountains of the Bergamo Orobie.

Summer in Valle Imagna

Roncola is known for summer tourism: its panoramic location and cool climate make it a popular destination for holidaymakers and hikers. The patronal festival on August 20th falls in the heart of the season, when the village is most lively, and represents a moment of encounter between residents and guests.

A Community Tradition

In small mountain villages like Roncola, in Lombardy, the patron saint's festival retains a value that goes beyond the religious anniversary: it is the moment when collective identity is renewed, amidst faith, tradition, and conviviality. A simple and authentic event, deeply rooted in the life of Valle Imagna.