{"id":5293,"date":"2025-03-27T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-03-27T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/costablanca-magazin.com\/?p=5293"},"modified":"2026-07-07T10:26:29","modified_gmt":"2026-07-07T08:26:29","slug":"easter-processions-on-the-costa-blanca-the-holy-week-processions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/costablanca-magazin.com\/en\/freizeit\/veranstaltungen-events\/osterprozessionen-costa-blanca-die-umzuege-der-karwoche\/","title":{"rendered":"Easter processions Costa Blanca - The Holy Week processions"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Easter processions on the\nCosta Blanca:\nThe processions\nof Holy Week<\/h1>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ten Easter celebrations worth seeing\nbetween tradition and atmosphere<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Along the Costa Blanca and beyond, the Holy Week festivities are celebrated with impressive processions, centuries-old traditions and unique productions. While some processions impress with their solemn silence, others focus on elaborately designed figures of saints, rousing music or symbolic rituals.
We present ten Easter events worth seeing in the neighbourhood and beyond - from traditional processions with centuries of history to unique customs that are extraordinary in their form and effect.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The \u201cProcession of Silence\u201d in Orihuela - moving\nmoving and sublime<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Orihuela is one of the most important religious centres in the region and is known for its impressive Easter processions. The city has been recognised by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage site for its Semana Santa traditions.
The speciality:
\u25b6 The \u201eProcesi\u00f3n del Silencio\u201c (Procession of Silence) on Good Friday: in absolute silence, the brotherhoods parade through the old town with their artistically designed figures of saints - an intense experience.
Palm Sunday: one of the largest parades in the region, with elaborately woven palms.
\u25b6 Maundy Thursday: Over 8,000 participants accompany the impressive Passion figures.
Service tip: If you want to experience the \u201eProcession of Silence\u201c, you should secure a place in the old town centre of Orihuela well in advance. The moment when the light of the torches illuminates the procession route is particularly impressive.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Alicante: The pilgrimage to Santa Faz -\none of the largest pilgrimages in Spain<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Alongside the traditional processions, the Romer\u00eda de la Santa Faz is one of the most outstanding Easter events in Alicante. This pilgrimage takes place on the second Thursday after Easter and attracts over 200,000 participants every year.
The speciality:
\u25b6 The pilgrimage leads eight kilometres from the city centre to the Santa Faz monastery
\u25b6 The participants wear traditional scarves (\u201epa\u00f1oleta\u201c) as a symbol of faith
\u25b6 The destination of the pilgrimage is one of the most important relics in Spain - a cloth with the alleged face of Christ
Visitor tip:
Comfortable shoes and an early arrival are advisable - there are numerous refreshment stands along the route.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The Good Friday procession\n\u201cCristo de Zalamea\u201d in Elche<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Elche, known for its historic palm gardens, holds one of the most moving Good Friday processions.
Why is it special?
\u25b6 The procession takes place in complete silence - accompanied only by the beating of drums.
\u25b6 The famous figure of \u201eCristo de Zalamea\u201c is carried through the narrow streets on the shoulders of the porters.
\u25b6 Many believers walk barefoot as a sign of repentance.
Service tip:
Visitors should position themselves early in the Plaza de Santa Mar\u00eda to get the best view.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Alicante: The nocturnal procession\nof the Cristo Cautivo<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Alicante offers a variety of processions, but one of the most impressive is the nightly \u201eProcesi\u00f3n del Cristo Cautivo\u201c on Maundy Thursday.
The speciality:
\u25b6 The statue of the bound Christ is carried through the old town centre in the dark, accompanied only by lantern light and silent prayers.
\u25b6 The silence is occasionally interrupted by choral singing, which creates a mystical atmosphere.
Service tip:
The best vantage points are around the Concatedral de San Nicol\u00e1s and the old town streets.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Denia: The \u201cProcesi\u00f3n del Encuentro\u201d - the emotional reunion\nthe emotional reunion<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Sunday procession in Denia is one of the most emotional moments of Easter week.
Why should you experience it?
\u25b6 Two separate processions - one with Christ, one with the Virgin Mary - move through the city.
\u25b6 The statues meet ceremoniously on the main square, accompanied by the ringing of bells and applause.
Service tip:
As the procession starts early in the morning, it is a good idea to visit one of the caf\u00e9s in the harbour afterwards to try the traditional \u201eMona de Pascua\u201c pastries.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The \u201cTamborada\u201d in Hell\u00edn - a\na special kind of drum festival<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Those who are prepared to travel a little further should not miss the \u201eTamborada\u201c in Hell\u00edn (province of Albacete) - an event that can hardly be compared in its intensity with the processions on the Costa Blanca.
The speciality:
\u25b6 Thousands of drummers accompany the Good Friday procession through the city.
\u25b6 The thundering sound of the drums creates a unique, intoxicating atmosphere.
Service tip:
A visit is particularly worthwhile on the night of Good Friday, when the city is filled with the sound of drums.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The Easter procession in Valencia:\nArtistic figures and baroque splendour<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Valencia, famous for its Fallas, also puts on an impressive show during Semana Santa.
Why should you visit them?
\u25b6 One of the most spectacular processions takes place in the historic neighbourhood of El Cabanyal.
\u25b6 The ornate Baroque figures are particularly worth seeing.
Service tip:
The processions in Valencia can be easily combined with a visit to the historic city centre or the City of Arts and Sciences.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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J\u00e1vea: The \u201cProcesi\u00f3n del Santo Entierro\u201d - the ceremonial farewell<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The symbolic burial of Christ takes place in J\u00e1vea on Good Friday.
Organisation of the celebrations:
\u25b6 The statue is carried through the streets in an elaborately decorated coffin.
\u25b6 Thousands of believers accompany the procession with candles.
\u25b6 A choir sings traditional laments that intensify the atmosphere.
Visitor tip:
The best place to watch the procession is near the church of San Bartolom\u00e9.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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The \u201cCarreritas\u201d procession in Callosa\nde Segura - an eventful tradition<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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While most Easter processions are slow and solemn, Callosa de Segura breaks with this tradition: on Easter Sunday, the figures are carried through the streets at a run.
What is happening here?
\u25b6 The statues of the resurrected Christ and the Virgin Mary come from various churches.
\u25b6 Both figures meet in a central square - then the running begins!
\u25b6 The bearers set the figures of saints in motion to express the joy of the resurrection.
Service tip:
This procession is particularly family-friendly and offers a lively, cheerful alternative to the classic parades.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Torrevieja: Good Friday in silence -\nEaster Sunday in joy<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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In Torrevieja, the Easter processions are a central part of the year. The Good Friday procession, which takes place in absolute silence, is particularly impressive. On Easter Sunday, however, the city is transformed into a festival of joy as the resurrection procession makes its way through the streets.
Visitor tip:
\u25b6 Where to watch? The best view is along the Paseo Vista Alegre.
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An Easter experience full of tradition and variety<\/strong>
The Easter processions on the Costa Blanca offer an impressive range - from the solemn silence in Orihuela to the symbolic encounters in Denia and the energetic \u201ecarreritas\u201c in Callosa de Segura. Those who get involved in Semana Santa will experience living history, cultural identity and a unique atmosphere during one of the most moving weeks of the year.
Equipped with the right tips, your visit will not only be impressive, but also easy to plan - an unforgettable experience between tradition and emotion.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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