Translation of the Cross
The last ceremonial rite of Legnano's Palio cycle
About Translation of the Cross
The rite that closes the Palio
The Translation of the Cross is one of the Ceremonial Rites of the Palio di Legnano, in the Municipality of Legnano (Province of Milan). It is the last ceremony of the Palio cycle: after the race at the end of May, Ariberto's Cross, the trophy won by the victorious District, is carried in procession from the Basilica of San Magno - the city's religious heart - to the church of the triumphant District.
A symbolic transfer
The ceremony holds strong identity value for the community of Legnano. The Cross remains in custody in the winning District for the whole year, until, on the eve of the next Palio, it will be returned to be put back into play. The Translation is therefore both a moment of celebration for the winning contrada members and a closing rite that connects one edition of the Palio to the next, keeping alive the bond between faith, history, and tradition that characterizes the entire Legnano event.
Translation of the Cross — edition 2026
On June 5, 2026, the Translation of the Cross takes place, officially closing the Palio cycle of the 2026 edition of the Palio di Legnano. Ariberto's Cross leaves the Basilica of San Magno to reach the church of the District that won the Palio, where it will be kept for a year.
Programme Translation of the Cross 2026
The ceremony includes the procession for the transfer of Ariberto's Cross from the Basilica of San Magno to the church of the winner of the 2026 Palio, with the participation of the authorities of the College of Captains and the contrada members. The detailed schedule is announced on the official website in the preceding days.
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Practical information — Translation of the Cross
When
In the days following the Palio, at the beginning of June (June 5, 2026).
Where
Departure from the Basilica of San Magno, in Piazza San Magno in Legnano, to the church of the winning District.
How to get there
Legnano is reachable by train (Milan-Domodossola line) and by car (A8 Legnano exit). The ceremony takes place in the historic center.
Admission
Public and free ceremony.
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Where does it take place — Translation of the Cross
Basilica di San Magno
Basilica di San Magno, Piazza San Magno, 20025 Legnano