Feast of San Pietro in Riposto

Saint Peter is the Patron Saint of Riposto: the beautiful church in the historic center and the large one are dedicated to him Patron Saint, which is held in June. With impatience, all the inhabitants of the town await the fateful date every year, to devote themselves fervently to the preparations, to the triduum and to the Feast itself.

La Feast of San Pietro in Riposto is truly a great event, with an exciting program for visitors as well: triduum of preparation, homage from the authorities, procession through the streets of the town and Blessing of the Sea, a unique show of its kind.

The Mayor opens the celebrations, placing flowers for the Patron Saint at the Basilica; the solemn Mass is held by the Bishop, who then goes to the Town Hall, to be received by the Mayor of Riposto together with the assembly made up of the First Citizens of the neighboring towns.
In the evening, the Procession begins: the simulacrum of the Patron is carried through the streets of the centre, accompanied by the choir, which sings sacred hymns to St. Peter. The town is adorned with illuminations, the bells ring and the faithful accompany their Patron, until the Blessing of the Sea.

The history of the Feast of San Pietro in Riposto

St. Peter is, for the Christian faithful, the rock on which to lay the foundation of one's faith, the rock on which the Church was built. Furthermore, a man of the sea, strong and accustomed to the storm: a real shelter for the faith, the Saint in whom the whole community places its spiritual hopes. This is why the whole local community, including the civil authorities, celebrates the Patron Saint with solemnity and enthusiasm every year: the Feast of San Pietro in Riposto is a huge popular feast, celebrated at the Matrice since 1808, the year of construction of the Church.

When does the Feast of San Pietro take place in Riposto?

St. Peter's day is June 29, a day that is celebrated in Riposto as in all of Italy. The importance of the Saint, however, in the town is such that the preparations for the Festival begin as early as June 25th.

Where the Feast of San Pietro in Riposto takes place

The Feast of San Pietro in Riposto begins at the Basilica of San Pietro, in via Archimede n.84, while the Procession passes through the main streets of the town.

What to do during the Feast of San Pietro in Riposto

Praying, attending Mass, following the Procession and admiring the Blessing of the Sea: everything takes place during the Feast of San Pietro in Riposto, but during your stay in the village, you can also discover the beauties of the centre, the surroundings, the sea and the cities of art that can be easily reached from the village.

In Riposto, after visiting the Saint Peter Basilica, also go to Shrine of Our Lady of the Letter, where you can go down to the underground to explore the ancient crypt; in the historic center you will find the Palazzo Comunale built in the XNUMXs and also the Palace of the Natoli Princes: after these stages, head towards the seafront Edoardo Pantano, for a walk or a few hours of relaxation on the beach.

Are you wondering what you can visit around Riposto? There is no shortage of attractions, from Stazzo beach to Lido Venice Beach, from the Castello degli Schiavi to the Museo del Palmento, a place where you can discover how grapes were pressed a long time ago.

The city of Catania, with its countless beauties, is located just 30 km from the town and awaits you in Piazza del Duomo, at the Historical Museum of the Landing in Sicily 1943, at the Greco-Roman Archaeological Park: there are so many attractions in the city, there is only the embarrassment of choice!

Speaking of abundance, we invite you to taste all the incredible dishes of the delicious Catania cuisine: between zero km products, extremely fresh fish and famous sweets, there are so many flavors to try, start with pasta alla Norma and let yourself be guided by the scents of this land, in the choice of the menu!

How to get to Riposto

Riposto, in the Metropolitan City of Catania, can be reached on the train from Giarre-Riposto Station, which is 1 km from the centre, or by car, from the A18 Messina-Catania, taking the exit for Giarre, 4,4 km from the town.