About this festival
Devotion, the Holy Bath and popular celebrations in Esposende.
Context
The pilgrimage takes place in São Bartolomeu do Mar and has Banho Santo as its defining moment. Novenas precede the main days of celebration.
What to expect
- Preparatory novenas.
- Banho Santo on São Bartolomeu's day.
- Religious ceremonies, bands and performers.
Practical information
- 20 to 24 August 2026.
- São Bartolomeu do Mar, Esposende.
