Derived from the Latin name "Firminus" meaning "(son)-of Firmus". Firmus meant firm, strong. Firminus (nowadays Fermín) was the name of the first Christian bishop of Pamplona, who died beheaded at the age of 31 (year 303 AD).San Fermín is the co-patron saint of Navarra, with San Francisco Javier. San Fermín festivities, also known as 'Sanfermines', extend from the 6th to the 14th of July and are internationally renowned, every year attracting tourists from all around the world.
San Fermín is the co-patron saint of Navarra, with San Francisco Javier. San Fermín festivities, also known as 'Sanfermines', extend from the 6th to the 14th of July and are internationally renowned, every year attracting tourists from all around the world.