In 1591 the San Fermin fiesta was held for the first time and, for two days, the people from Pamplona enjoyed the festivities which started with the opening speech read to the sound of a multitude of drums and trumpets.

What is the origin of San Fermin?

The legend around San Fermin apparently arose around about the eleventh century in the French town of Amiens, then the capital of the region of Picardy. From there, it eventually reached the city of Pamplona about one century later, where this saint became a figure of devotion for the local population.

How long has San Fermin celebrated?

This celebration includes bullfights, trade fairs, and running with bulls held every day for nine days in the month of July. This celebration has been held every year since 1951 and is a great economic draw for the city.