San Basso d'Inverno – Festa Liturgica
The liturgical commemoration of the patron saint of Termoli and the diocese
About San Basso d'Inverno
The winter patron saint
On December 5th, Termoli (Province of Campobasso) celebrates San Basso d'Inverno, the liturgical commemoration of the patron saint of the city and the entire diocese of Termoli-Larino. This is the winter festival of the patron saint, distinct from the summer celebrations, and represents a moment of deep reflection for the community.
The pontifical mass and the procession to the port
The celebration opens at dawn with the solemn pontifical mass in the Cathedral of Santa Maria della Purificazione, presided over by the bishop and attended by the clergy, civil and military authorities, maritime associations, and volunteers. At the end of the mass, a procession proceeds to the port for a moment of commemoration in memory of all those lost at sea, with the renewal of the fishermen's prayer.
Identity of a seaside city
San Basso d'Inverno unites spirituality, memory, and community. For a city that has always lived from its relationship with the Adriatic Sea, the tribute to the "Sea People" is the heart of the festival: a deep bond between faith and maritime life, renewed every year in early December.
San Basso d'Inverno — edition 2026
On December 5th, 2026, Termoli renews the liturgical festival of San Basso d'Inverno, patron saint of the city and the diocese of Termoli-Larino. The day begins with the solemn pontifical mass at dawn in the Cathedral of Santa Maria della Purificazione, presided over by the bishop and attended by the clergy, civil and military authorities, maritime associations, and volunteers. This is followed by a procession to the port for the commemoration of those lost at sea and the renewal of the fishermen's prayer. The annual festival is a moment of strong identity for the Termoli community.
Programme San Basso d'Inverno 2026
Saturday, December 5th, 2026 — Cathedral and port of Termoli
- Dawn (around 7:00 AM) — Solemn pontifical mass in the Cathedral of Santa Maria della Purificazione, with clergy, civil and military authorities, maritime associations, and volunteers
- Following — Procession and commemoration at the port in memory of those lost at sea ("Sea People"), with the fishermen's prayer
Detailed times will be confirmed by the Diocese of Termoli-Larino closer to the festival.
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Practical information — San Basso d'Inverno
Where
Cathedral of Santa Maria della Purificazione and port of Termoli (CB).
When
December 5th, 2026.
Liturgical program
Solemn pontifical mass at dawn in the Cathedral; followed by a procession and commemoration at the port.
How to get there
Termoli is served by the train station on the Adriatic line and by the Termoli exit of the A14 motorway. The Old Town is pedestrianized.
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Where does it take place — San Basso d'Inverno
Cattedrale di Termoli e Porto
Cattedrale di Santa Maria della Purificazione, Borgo Antico, 86039 Termoli