Assumption in San Marino
In San Marino, the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a statutory religious holiday on 15 August. The official tourism calendar lists it among the country’s religious and national holidays, and the Central Bank includes the date in its calendar of payment-system closures.[1][2][3]
A fixed date in San Marino law
San Marino’s Law No. 152 of 18 December 1990 names 15 August as the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and classifies it among the festive religious observances. The law took effect on 1 January 1991. It also says labor legislation and rules about civil acts on holidays are to be brought into line with the holiday calendar.[1]
The same law removed 14 and 16 August from the list of festive days. It specifies 15 August as the date for the Assumption. The law identifies it as a religious holiday; San Marino’s tourism calendar places it among the country’s religious and national holidays.[1][2]
Religious meaning
The Assumption is the Catholic belief that, at the end of her earthly life, Mary was taken body and soul into heavenly glory. The Vatican’s account says the feast was celebrated on 15 August as early as the fifth century; Pope Pius XII proclaimed the dogma in 1950.[4]
In San Marino’s legal calendar, the Assumption appears alongside religious observances such as Epiphany, Corpus Christi, All Saints’ Day and the Immaculate Conception.[1]
What to expect for services
The Central Bank’s calendar says the national payment system is closed on weekends and listed holidays, and includes the Assumption among those dates.[3]
The holiday law adjusts rules for public offices and civil acts on festive days. Travelers should check directly with the office, business or transport operator they plan to use for holiday timetables.[1]
Frequently asked questions
Is the Assumption a public holiday in San Marino?
When is the Assumption observed?
It is observed on 15 August. The law names that fixed date; it does not specify a general substitute day when the date falls on a weekend.[1]
Are shops, restaurants and public transport open?
Are banking services affected?
The Central Bank lists the Assumption as a date when the national payment system is closed.[3]
Sources and references
Sources used for Assumption in San Marino:
- LEGGE 18 dicembre 1990 n.152 (pubblicata il 20 dicembre 1990)- Consiglio Grande e Generale della Repubblica di San Marino
- Festività Sammarinesi- Visit San Marino
- Calendario festività- Banca Centrale della Repubblica di San Marino
- Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary- Vatican News