Every year, at the end of September, the “Palio del Ruzante” commemorates the century-old traditions of people of the Brenta Riviera who used to transport merchandise and oos supplies from Padova to Venice on boats carried by men and horses. The guest of honor isin fact the “Burcio” – the traditional cargo boat that used to be loaded with supllies and was carried by hand by different groups from different towns along the Riviera.
This traditional profession has now been transformed into a fun and exciting timed competition that is included among a list of activities, celebrations and commemorations such as the costume parade, theatrical performances, traditional dishes and craftworks of the Palio.
The Palio del Ruzante brings together sport competitions and histoy as it celebrates with creativity a traditional profession that had significant economic and cultural value for the area. It also celebrates the strong bond with water that connects all the different towns overlooking the river Brenta.