Miura bulls return for penultimate San Fermín encierro

The legendary Miura bull breed returns to the San Fermín festival for the penultimate encierro of 2026, a running expected to be less crowded on Monday. Source: infobae The Seville-based ranch, founded in the mid-19th century, has a storied history in Pamplona with almost 70 participations since their first appearance in 1899. Source: infobae; abces Known for their size and character, Miura bulls have become a fixture of the festival.

• The six bulls, all weighing over 600 kilograms, are named Merecido (630 kg), Mochuelo (615 kg), Gaditano (635 kg), Decoroso (635 kg), Famoso (605 kg), and Andaluz (605 kg). Source: infobae
• They are described as having a noble temperament and dark coats in shades of brown. Source: infobae
• In the previous year, the Miura encierro was the fastest of 2025 with a time of 2 minutes and 16 seconds. Source: infobae

Despite their reputation, Miura bulls have not caused any fatalities in Pamplona, though they have injured over two hundred people with gorings and trauma. Source: abces After the run, the bulls will be fought in the afternoon by matadors , , and .