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Holy Week Festivities in Zaragoza

Zaragoza is filled with holiday spirit during its ancient and traditional Holy Week festivities. Join in the parades and celebrations of the city to experience centuries-old traditions.

gotosefarad by gotosefarad
February 3, 2023
in Aragon, Lifestyle
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Zaragoza, the heart of Aragón, comes alive with fervor during its ancient and deeply rooted Holy Week (Semana Santa) celebrations. This annual event, with a history spanning some 700 years, is one of Spain’s most significant and evocative celebrations, characterized by the resounding rhythms of drums and profound religious traditions. 

Holy Week in Zaragoza is renowned for its elaborate processions, in which hundreds of statues and religious icons are carried through the streets by “cofrades” and brotherhood members. These processions vividly commemorate the passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, bringing centuries of history to life in a unique and immersive experience. 

Participants wear traditional robes and conical hats, creating a striking visual spectacle as they accompany the brotherhoods through the city’s historic streets. The combination of vibrant colors, emotive sculptures, and the powerful sound of drums creates an atmosphere that is both moving and unforgettable. 

A Tradition of Remarkable Heritage
Zaragoza’s Holy Week is part of a network of cities dedicated to preserving this rich tradition, making it one of the oldest and most prestigious in Spain. Recognized internationally as a Festival of Tourist Interest in 2014, Zaragoza’s Holy Week features 48 different processions involving 16,000 “cofrades” from 25 different brotherhoods, each contributing to the rhythm of the city. 

Highlights of Holy Week

  • Saturday: The Passion Procession, with the participation of all the Brotherhoods, starts at 6:00 p.m. from the Church of San Cayetano and goes through the old town, ending at the Church of Santa Isabel de Portugal with a moving announcement by the parish priest.
  • Palm Sunday: One of the most important days with different fraternity celebrations from 12:00 to 08:00 p.m. A notable event is the penitential procession from the Augustinian Monastery of Santa Monica, where the Nazarene Brotherhoods march down Palomar Street under a shower of rose petals.
  • Holy Tuesday: The procession from El Salvador School to San Cayetano Church commemorates the Five Sorrows of the Virgin and reflects on the poignant moments of Jesus’ journey to Calvary.
  • Good Friday: The climax of Holy Week, marked by the Santo Entierro procession, the largest in Spain. All the city’s brotherhoods participate, creating an extraordinary and solemn atmosphere as the drums and bass drums echo Jesus’ last words, leading the city into a profound silence.
  • Easter Sunday: Celebrating the resurrection of Jesus, this day radiates hope and joy, with processions that resonate beyond the border of Spain. 

Culinary Delights
No visit to Zaragoza during Holy Week is complete without sampling the city’s traditional festive foods. Indulge in torrijas (sweet fried bread), buñuelos de viento (light, airy fritters), rosquillas de anís (anise-flavored doughnuts), and creamy rice pudding. These culinary delights are an integral part of the Holy Week experience and offer a taste of Zaragoza’s rich cultural heritage.

Accessible in just a few hours by high-speed train from Madrid or Barcelona, Zaragoza invites tourists to share in its profound and vibrant Holy Week celebrations. This historic city, with its deep traditions and dynamic processions, promises an enriching and unforgettable experience.

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