SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Holy Blood Procession 2025, Bruges, 29 May. Best events Belgium Holy Blood Procession 2025 WHERE: Bruges, BelgiumWHEN: 29th May 2025 Since the XIII century, the Holy Blood Procession has become a full member of the history and tradition of the splendid Bruges. It is a historical event that is repeated every year, from 1304, on Ascension Day, exactly 40 days after Easter. This year, the festival falls on the 29th May 2025. This is one of the most popular events in all of Belgium; a procession in costume that recalls some episodes narrated in the Bible and, in particular, the Passion of Christ.Over the centuries, the ceremony has undergone substantial changes and reinterpretations, to obtain the current appearance. Over two thousand people are involved in the Holy Blood Procession. There are choirs, dance groups, carriages and animals (camels, goats …). To get an idea of how important this event has become, just think that it has been declared, in the 2009, Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Today, the ceremony is divided into four parts. In the first two, repeats from the Passion of Christ and scenes from the Old and New Testaments; the third part, staging the legend from which the whole ceremony takes its cue. It is described as the relic of the Sacred Blood of Jesus, reached Bruges thanks to the intervention of the Crusader Knight Theodoric of Alsace, Count of Flanders. According to the legend, it was during the fourth crusade, when Constantinople was invaded by the crusaders of Baldwin IX, that the precious relic was discovered, until then kept in ancient Byzantium; blood, which Joseph of Arimathea managed to gather, while the body of Jesus was brought down from the cross.In the last part of the ceremony, the concluding one, we witness the veneration of the relic. Photo, 2009 Smabs Sputzer PRACTICAL INFOS HOW TO GET By plane, you can reach Bruges by landing at the airport Brussels-National, or Charleroi. By train, from the airport, and numerous European destinations, you can easily reach the Brugge train station. The ceremony takes place along the streets of the center, easily accessible by public transport. From here, all the information to move around the city by public transport. Who wants to attend the Procession free, is invited to anticipate a couple of hours from the start of the show. HOLY BLOOD PROCESSION 2025 PROGRAM Here is the updated program of the 2025 edition. 10:30 – Morning procession. Kind of anticipation of the Procession of the Holy Blood itself. The relic will be placed in the sanctuary and at 10:30 in point, the bell will ring. 11:00 – Sint-Salvatorskathedraal. Solemn celebration by the bishop. The relic of the Holy Blood can be venerated until 13 hours. 14:30 – Procession of the Holy Blood. Departure from Wollestraat, and passage of the parade along the various points of the route. The passage of the Procession takes just under 2 hours. 18:00 – Closing ceremony. Blessing with the relic at the Bourg and finally at the Basilica of the Holy Blood. TICKETS 2025 The Procession crosses the streets of the historic center, following this path: Dijver – Gruuthusestraat – Guido Gezelleplein – Mariastraat – Simon Stevinplein – Steenstraat – Zuidzandstraat – ’t Zand – Hauwerstraat – Maagdenstraat – Smedenstraat -‘ t Zand – Noordzandstraat – Geldmuntstraat – Markt. You can watch for FREE when the show passes, wherever you want. Alternatively, the stands are set up in the main square, where you can watch the show sitting. In this case, you must purchase the appropriate ticket to reserve your numbered seat. The ticket costs 12.50€ for the grandstand and 4.50€ for the benches. Tickets can be purchased online on the official site from mid-March. WHERE TO SLEEP Guest House Adonis it’s the top solution. If you are lucky enough to find a room available, do not miss it.Guest house Adonis is located in the historic center of Bruges, 300 meters from the market square and the Basilica of the Holy Blood.Rooms have a TV and a private bathroom outside the room. Free Wi-Fi is available in all areas. You will be lucky enough to stay in the historic center, spending just over €50 per night, for a double room. From this link, info and reservations. *all information contained herein, including timetables and prices, is for informational purposes only and is not to be considered official. All names and brands present herein belong to their respective owners. Related The City Brussels Airport Charleroi Airport Get in Getting Around Where to Sleep What to see Christmas Markets Belgium General info Airports Destinations Events, Festivals Drive in Belgium When to go Reservations Hotels Apartments Rental car Tour, Experiences Map of the Place Share the Post
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SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP December events 2023 and best festivals by not losing. Guide December Events Those looking for the best festivals and best December Events 2023 will probably end up narrowing down their search to Christmas markets. And it could not be otherwise. Cities like Bruges, Edinburgh, Nuremberg, Strasbourg, Zurich … manage to shine with a truly unique and magical light. Small villages and large capitals open their doors to visitors for a truly unforgettable vacation. As a couple, with family and children, the Christmas markets are one of the main December Events 2023 not to be missed. Provins, is a small village, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. For just one weekend of the month, you will be able to witness two days of magic. Appointment on 09 and 10 December with the renowned Medieval Christmas. And, remaining on Christmas theme, the Krampus parade, in Munich, is the right opportunity to get acquainted with these wacky, disquieting, masked characters. And, how can we not mention the incredible Samichlaus Swim in Zurich? You will see people dressed as Santa Claus, swimming in the icy waters of the river. We report among the most incredible and unusual December events! Scotland: a land of great traditions. The traditional Scottish New Year (which in these parts they call Hogmanay), is celebrated everywhere with large bonfires, fires and extremely spectacular celebrations. Among the most beautiful festivals are the Flambeaux Procession and the Stonehaven Fireballs. Photo ©, MrPurple Tollwood WinterFestival, also in Munich, is one of the most interesting December events in Germany. A Festival that has always stood out for the extraordinary cultural offer of music, theater, cabaret and art, with a careful look at the environment and technology. Splendid scenographies, authentic works of art and wonderful plays of light, distinguish the most important, and awaited, among the December events: the Fête des Lumiéres in Lyon. From 07 to 10, the splendid French city hosts a review that, by now, has made history. Wonderful itineraries await you among historic and suggestive places, with extraordinary works created ad hoc by the best international artists. Games of light, and splendid scenographies, animate, in the same way, the Capital of the Netherlands. The Amsterdam Light Festival takes place over a period of 60 days, throughout December and January with two routes to be taken on foot or by boat. Imagine seeing this wonderful city from the Amstel, with truly unique and incredible lights and colors. Guaranteed show. And, if you were in Amsterdam by the end of the month, you certainly can’t miss the International Ice Sculpture Festival in Zwolle. Just one hour by train from the capital, a unique spectacle, at iced temperatures. Lots of fun, wild parties and techno music, in a scenic landscape in the snowy mountains of Saalbach-Hinterglemm. Rave On Snow is one of the most important snow music festivals. Born 25 years ago, over the years it has become a reference point for the sector. Appointment from the 14th to the 17th of the month. Music. Gastronomy. Events. Art and craft. In December, for 9 days, one of the most anticipated events of the year awaits you, Artigiano in Fiera. A Festival that attracts over 1.5 million visitors! We close the list with one of the most incredible December 2023 events: Els Enfarinats! Eggs and flour are the main ingredients of what is in effect one of the most famous, and strangest, events in all of Spain. A celebration that has occurred for almost 2 centuries, on December 28th (Day of Innocence) in the small Spanish village of Ibi, not far from beautiful Alicante. On December 28, the streets of Ibi will be invaded by soldiers armed with eggs and flour ready to attack anyone who gets in their way. In a short time you will find yourself surrounded by clouds of flour and you will try to dodge the eggs and firecrackers in every way. Related Latest Posts Share the Post