Festività di Santa Maria delle Macchie
The festival at the Benedictine sanctuary between faith and tradition
About Santa Maria delle Macchie
The sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Macchie
The Festività di Santa Maria delle Macchie takes place at the sanctuary located a few kilometres from the centre of Vinchiaturo, in the province of Campobasso, in the contrada of the same name. The place of worship was built on the ruins of an ancient Benedictine monastery, dating back to the 16th century and rebuilt in 1887, and preserves a long tradition of Marian devotion.
The festival on the first Sunday of September
The celebration traditionally falls on the first Sunday of September, with religious services at the sanctuary and the participation of the faithful from the village. It is a keenly felt event, linking the community of Vinchiaturo to a place steeped in history and spirituality.
Faith and village identity
The Festività di Santa Maria delle Macchie represents one of the most important devotional moments in the local calendar, managed by the Parish of Vinchiaturo. The setting of the sanctuary, immersed in the Molise landscape, contributes to making the festival an occasion for reflection and meeting for the village.
Santa Maria delle Macchie — edition 2026
For 2026, the Festività di Santa Maria delle Macchie is expected, according to custom, on the first Sunday of September, at the sanctuary in the contrada of the same name in Vinchiaturo, in the province of Campobasso.
The religious celebrations at the Benedictine sanctuary and the times of the services will be announced by the Parish of Vinchiaturo.
Programme Santa Maria delle Macchie 2026
The detailed programme of the 2026 celebrations, including the times of the services at the sanctuary, will be announced by the Parish of Vinchiaturo. The festival traditionally falls on the first Sunday of September. Programme coming soon.
Highlights Santa Maria delle Macchie 2026
The religious celebrations at the Benedictine sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Macchie.
Prices Santa Maria delle Macchie 2026
Practical information — Santa Maria delle Macchie
How to get there
The sanctuary of Santa Maria delle Macchie is located in the contrada of the same name, a few kilometres from the centre of Vinchiaturo, reachable by car from Campobasso along the SS17 and local roads.
Tips
Admission to the celebrations is free. For service times, please consult the Parish of Vinchiaturo.
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Where does it take place — Santa Maria delle Macchie
Santuario di Santa Maria delle Macchie
Contrada Santa Maria delle Macchie, 86019 Vinchiaturo