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San Benito Romería

Festivals

Every 11 July, the monastery of Santa Cristina in Ribas de Sil celebrates the feast of Saint Benedict.

The day begins with a solemn mass at mid-morning and a procession of the saint around the monastery of Santa Cristina. Afterwards, attendees usually go to the village of Castro, nearby the campsite, to continue the festivities with music and prepared dishes that they bring from home. 

One distinctive element of this Romería is its annual rooster auction, whose origins remain a mystery. 

Date: 11 July

Romería de San Benito

Information and contact

Address

Castro/Monasterio Sta Cristina

Parada de Sil

32749 Ourense

Equipment and Services

Free of charge

Accessibility

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