Festival of Saint Bernard - Patronal Feast

Saint Bernard, Patron Saint of Roncola

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

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

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 feast 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 visitors.

A Community Tradition

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