Overview

• The first of nine daily encierros began at 8 a.m. on July 7, covering an 848.6-meter route from Cuesta de Santo Domingo to Pamplona’s bullring.
• Six runners sustained minor injuries during Monday’s opening run, all treated on site by fence-side medical teams.
• Navarrese health authorities deployed nine stations, eight support points, 16 ambulances and more than 100 professionals along the course.
• Strict safety rules, including a 7:30 a.m. fence closure, bans on minors, intoxicated participants and backpacks, were enforced.
• Pamplona hotels reported average occupancy of 83.4% and room rates of €500–€1,000 per night as the festival continues through July 14.