Patronal Feast of Saint Alexander

Saint Alexander, Patron of Montecalvo

In the heart of the Oltrepò Pavese, the hilly village of Montecalvo Versiggia, in the Province of Pavia, celebrates its patron saint Saint Alexander of Bergamo. The patronal feast traditionally takes place on the last Sunday of August, closing the summer with a recurrence rooted in centuries of history.

An Ancient Tradition

The parish church dedicated to Saint Alexander dates back to the 14th century: the first mention of the parish is from 1344. In 1780, with a brief from Pope Pius VI, permission was granted to solemnly celebrate the saint's feast. A tradition that for centuries has marked the religious life of this corner of Oltrepò, accompanying the generations of villagers.

Faith and Community

The patronal feast is the moment when the community of Montecalvo Versiggia comes together around its church. The religious celebrations in the parish church of Saint Alexander mark the day, alongside the convivial moments that make the recurrence an occasion for meeting and celebration for the entire village.

In the Heart of Pinot Noir

Montecalvo Versiggia is located in the most renowned wine-growing area of Oltrepò Pavese, the land of Pinot Noir. Experiencing the patronal feast means discovering an authentic village among the vineyard hills, where religious tradition intertwines with the agricultural and wine identity of this territory, far from the major tourist flows.