Paper Costume Parade with record 700 participants in Foz do DouroPhoto by Marco Islas on Pexels
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Paper Costume Parade with record 700 participants in Foz do Douro

RTP Notícias29 August 2026 at 14:40

The São Bartolomeu Paper Costume Parade takes place this Sunday in Foz do Douro, in Porto. The event this year features a record 700 participants, surpassing previous editions. This tradition celebrates São Bartolomeu and is one of the most emblematic cultural initiatives of the Porto riverside area. The parade stands out for the use of elaborate paper costumes, in a manifestation that combines art, creativity and local heritage.

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