Patronal Feast of Saint-Gilles (Sant'Egidio) in Verrès

The Patron Saint of Verrès

The Patronal Feast of Saint-Gilles celebrates Saint Giles the Abbot, patron saint of Verrès, in the province of Aosta. The anniversary, set for September 1st, also gives its name to the evocative Collegiata di Saint-Gilles, the religious heart of the village, where the solemn mass in honor of the saint takes place.

Four Days of Celebration

The celebrations are spread over four days, between late August and early September, with a program that grows richer with new offerings each year. Alongside religious and institutional moments, the calendar includes magic shows, concerts, tournaments, children's games, dinners in the historic center with live music, and evening visits to the Castle of Verrès. Among the most appreciated novelties is the vertical running race "Défi Du Drapeau", which takes athletes to the flag on the summit of Mont Saint Gilles.

History, Sport, and Community

The festival involves the entire community of Verrès and is linked to the historical dimension of the territory, with medieval-themed events that recall the legacy of the Challant family and the "Caterina di Challant" consortium. A late-summer event that combines devotion, tradition, sport, and conviviality at the foot of the castle.