Epiphany in San Marino

Date and meaning

Epiphany falls on January 6 each year. San Marino’s agreement with the Holy See names January 6 as the Epiphany of the Lord and recognizes it as a holiday for civil purposes.[1]

In the Latin Christian tradition, Epiphany recalls the Magi’s visit to Jesus and is understood as the manifestation of Christ to the peoples. This is the religious meaning behind the observance in San Marino.[3]

Civil recognition in San Marino

The Republic and the Holy See signed their agreement on the civil recognition of religious holidays on July 11, 1989. San Marino’s Foreign Affairs Ministry records its ratification by the Great and General Council on September 18, 1989; the agreement includes Epiphany among the holidays recognized for civil purposes.[1]

The agreement establishes Epiphany as a civil holiday. The official tourism listing identifies the date.[1][2]

What to expect

The Central Bank of San Marino lists Epiphany among the days when the national payments system is closed.[4]

If you need a particular public service or local transport, check its published hours before setting out.[1][4]

Epiphany beyond San Marino

Across the Latin Christian tradition, Epiphany celebrates the manifestation of Christ to the peoples, represented by the Magi who came to honor the child Jesus. In San Marino, that religious observance also has formal civil recognition.[3][1]