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São Mateus Festivities in Soure "mark a trend reversal to return to roots"

Diário de Coimbra15 September 2026 at 12:45

The São Mateus Festivities in Soure are taking place again in the town, with the streets closing and filling with animation once more, marking, according to the municipality, a trend reversal to return to the roots of these celebrations.

The Mayor of Soure asked "for patience from residents" during the days the festivities are held, acknowledging the inconvenience that road closures and crowd concentrations may cause to residents.

The festivities are described as a moment when the municipality affirms its identity, celebrating local traditions deeply rooted in the Soure community.

Beyond the cultural and identity component, the municipality highlights that the São Mateus Festivities boost the local economy, attracting visitors and energizing commerce and services during the festive period.

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Residents of Soure face traffic restrictions during the festival days, but the municipality argues that the event is essential for local identity and for the region's trade, representing a return to previous festive traditions.

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