Historical Re-enactment of the Republic of Cospaia
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Historical Re-enactment of the Republic of Cospaia

23 May 2025 — 25 May 2025
San Giustino — Perugia (054)

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Edition 2025 — Republic of Cospaia

In 2025, the hamlet of Cospaia, in San Giustino, once again re-enacted the history of its anarchist tobacco Republic. The contraband market, street artists, costumed figures, smuggler's trekking, theatre, show cooking, and the wooden coin for exchanges brought back to life the customs and flavours of one of Italy's most curious micro-states.

In 2025, the Historical Re-enactment of the Republic of Cospaia renewed the event celebrating the customs and flavours of the tradition of the small Upper Tiber Valley hamlet. Among the streets enlivened by the contraband market, cigar and pipe stands, and street artists, figures in period costumes re-staged the life of the tobacco republic that existed from 1441 to 1826. There were also the 'smuggler's trekking', theatrical performances, show cooking with tastings, and a treasure hunt for children, with the wooden coin minted with the schools for exchanges at the stands. The event was promoted by the Municipality of San Giustino with the Pro Loco and local associations.

Where does it take place — Republic of Cospaia

Cospaia, frazione di San Giustino

Contact Republic of Cospaia

Republic of Cospaia in brief

Street arts Gastronomy Local produce Heritage History Medieval Historical reenactment Folk traditions Folklore Outdoor Perugia

History of Republic of Cospaia

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