Festa Patronale di San Ponzo

The patron saint of Fortunago

San Ponzo is the patron saint of Fortunago, a historic hamlet of the municipality of Colli Verdi, in the province of Pavia. His feast day, set for 15 May, is one of the most cherished events in the village, recognized as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Italy" and nestled in the hilly landscape of the Oltrepò Pavese. A day when the community gathers around its roots, between religious celebrations and popular festivities.

Faith and tradition

The religious heart of the day is the solemn mass, celebrated in honour of the patron saint. The festival programme unfolds around the services: the Bersaglieri Band enlivens the village streets with its music, while exhibitions of vintage saddles and carriages recall the rural traditions of the area. Stalls selling typical products from the Oltrepò complete the atmosphere, featuring cured meats, cheeses, wines, and local specialities.

Discovering the village

The festival is also an opportunity to visit Fortunago: the programme includes a guided tour of the medieval village, through its stone alleys, panoramic views, and corners that have earned the village its "Most Beautiful Village in Italy" recognition. A way to combine the dimension of the festival with cultural and landscape discovery.

A community celebrating

Organized by the Pro Loco of Fortunago together with the Alpini Association, the Festa di San Ponzo is an event that tells the identity of this corner of the Oltrepò Pavese, capable of uniting faith, tradition, music, and taste in a day of shared participation.