Running of the Bull (Spain)
At Noon on the 6th Day of July every year the party begins with the “Chupinazo” on the balcony of the Casa Consistorial in Pamplona, Spain where thousands gather to await the mayor’s official proclamation that the fiesta in honor of Saint Fermin is officially underway. A rocket is fired and the celebration commences. The first running of the bulls begins at precisely 8 a.m. the following morning and continues for the next 8 days. The tradition of running along with the bulls, which in actuality are headed to the bullfighting ring in Pamplona for that evening’s fights, is thought to have begun as long ago as the 14th century but it was Ernest Hemingway in his novel “The Sun Also Rises” that popularized the event outside of Spain and prompted significant numbers of foreigners to participate.
The hearty souls that have chosen to run along with the bulls must be in attendance no later than 7:30 a.m. in the assigned holding area. At precisely 8:00 a rocket is fired, the pen is opened, then a second rocket is fired to warn the runners of the onslaught and the 6 fighting bulls and 2 herds of bullocks make the 825 meter sprint to the bullring along with the runners, clad in white with red handkerchiefs around their necks, all the while praying to Saint Fermin for protection. At the end of the approximately 3 minute jaunt the bulls come to the terminus of a dead end street that leads into the bull ring and 2 additional rockets are fired; one as the bulls begin to enter the ring and the 4th and final explosion when the animals have all been penned up and that day’s run is officially concluded.
Experience one of the world's most iconic and exciting festivals—Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls. Immortalized in literature by Ernest Hemingway, this explosive, passionate and occasionally gory festival is an important element of Spanish heritage. Witness all the mayhem from a coveted private balcony with a view of the famous run. Encounter Basque culture and stunning coastal scenery before continuing on to Bilbao, home of the magnificent Guggenheim Museum. From vibrant Catalan nightlife in Barcelona to the regional wines and pintxos (tapas) in San Sebastián, feel the Spanish culture.
All of Ryan's advice was right on the money and ensured that I got live to tell about all my adventures. In addition, Spyns ensured that the less adventurous half of my family had a spectacular time watching the action. They were treated to first class balcony spots close to the action, a breakfast banquet fit for a king and an unbelievable dinner feast while overlooking the fireworks. Everyone on the team was super friendly, well informed and ready to solve problems often before we realized they were happening.
When you think about how much money it costs to get to Pamplona, the extra money for the Spyns royal treatment is a small price to pay to make a good trip into a trip of a lifetime!
The hearty souls that have chosen to run along with the bulls must be in attendance no later than 7:30 a.m. in the assigned holding area. At precisely 8:00 a rocket is fired, the pen is opened, then a second rocket is fired to warn the runners of the onslaught and the 6 fighting bulls and 2 herds of bullocks make the 825 meter sprint to the bullring along with the runners, clad in white with red handkerchiefs around their necks, all the while praying to Saint Fermin for protection. At the end of the approximately 3 minute jaunt the bulls come to the terminus of a dead end street that leads into the bull ring and 2 additional rockets are fired; one as the bulls begin to enter the ring and the 4th and final explosion when the animals have all been penned up and that day’s run is officially concluded.
Experience one of the world's most iconic and exciting festivals—Pamplona’s Running of the Bulls. Immortalized in literature by Ernest Hemingway, this explosive, passionate and occasionally gory festival is an important element of Spanish heritage. Witness all the mayhem from a coveted private balcony with a view of the famous run. Encounter Basque culture and stunning coastal scenery before continuing on to Bilbao, home of the magnificent Guggenheim Museum. From vibrant Catalan nightlife in Barcelona to the regional wines and pintxos (tapas) in San Sebastián, feel the Spanish culture.
All of Ryan's advice was right on the money and ensured that I got live to tell about all my adventures. In addition, Spyns ensured that the less adventurous half of my family had a spectacular time watching the action. They were treated to first class balcony spots close to the action, a breakfast banquet fit for a king and an unbelievable dinner feast while overlooking the fireworks. Everyone on the team was super friendly, well informed and ready to solve problems often before we realized they were happening.
When you think about how much money it costs to get to Pamplona, the extra money for the Spyns royal treatment is a small price to pay to make a good trip into a trip of a lifetime!
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