The Cimbrian Festival in San Mauro di Saline: a journey into the roots of the Lessinia

Event Details

  • 📅 Start Date: 08/08/2026
  • 🔚 End Date: 09/08/2026
  • 📍 Location: San Mauro di Saline

On August 8th and 9th, 2026, San Mauro di Saline welcomes the 36th edition of the Cimbrian Festival, an event dedicated to the preservation of Cimbrian identity. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Lessinia region, the festival offers a deep dive into the language, history, and customs of this unique cultural enclave.

The program begins on Saturday, August 8th, with cultural presentations and film screenings at the local theater. Sunday, August 9th, marks the highlight of the celebration: a grand parade featuring historical delegations, the Trombini of San Bartolomeo, and the Pistonieri, leading up to a Mass celebrated with prayers in the Cimbrian language at the Pieve di San Moro. The afternoon continues with the investiture of the Gran Massaro, a traditional rustic lunch in the pine forest, and various musical and theatrical performances. It is an unmissable opportunity to experience the heritage of the Germanic linguistic islands in the heart of the Veronese mountains.

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