Saint Bernard Festival in Cigognola
The patronal feast of Oltrepò Pavese between music and flavours
About Saint Bernard Festival
The Patron Saint of Cigognola
In Cigognola, in the province of Pavia, in the Oltrepò Pavese region, the patron saint is Saint Bernard, celebrated on August 20th. Around this anniversary, the Pro Loco of Cigognola organises the patronal feast, a summer event highly cherished by the community of the small village dominated by its castle.
Music, Dancing, and Oltrepò Cuisine
The festival spans two evenings, with a programme that combines entertainment and gastronomy:
- Live music and dancing
- Refreshments with typical Oltrepò Pavese dishes, such as ravioli and braised pork jowl
- Local wines from the valley, a true regional excellence
The bar-restaurant service usually opens in the evening, and table reservations are recommended as they fill up quickly.
A Village Festival
The Saint Bernard Festival is a classic of the Oltrepò summer tradition: a time when popular devotion and conviviality intertwine, and when the community of Cigognola comes together around its flavours and its history. At the foot of the castle and among the vineyards, it is one of the events that liven up the summer in the province of Pavia.
Saint Bernard Festival — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of the Saint Bernard Festival in Cigognola is anticipated around August 20-21, coinciding with the patron saint's commemoration. As per tradition, the Pro Loco of Cigognola is organising two evenings with live music, dancing, and refreshments featuring typical Oltrepò Pavese dishes — ravioli, braised pork jowl — accompanied by local wines. The exact dates and detailed programme will be announced closer to the event.
Programme Saint Bernard Festival 2026
The detailed programme for the 2026 edition will be published by the Pro Loco of Cigognola. Based on recent editions, the festival typically includes, over two evenings:
- Opening of the bar-restaurant service in the evening (from around 8:00 PM)
- Live music and dancing
- Menu with typical Oltrepò Pavese dishes and local wines
- Activities for children
Table reservations are recommended.
Highlights Saint Bernard Festival 2026
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Practical information — Saint Bernard Festival
Where
Centre of Cigognola (PV), Oltrepò Pavese. Pro Loco at Piazza Castello 7.
When
Around August 20th, Saint Bernard's Day.
Reservations
Bar-restaurant service in the evening; table reservation recommended (Cristiano 338 2593066, Rossana 339 4391247).
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Where does it take place — Saint Bernard Festival
Centro di Cigognola
Piazza Castello 7, 27040 Cigognola