Experiencing Holy Week with the family

Holy Week time is the perfect period to gather with your favorite people and immerse yourselves in adventures that will be forever etched in your memories. Although we have plenty of sunshine and beautiful weather, Murcia is not just about sun and beaches. When Holy Week arrives, it transforms into a stage filled with tradition, culture, and outdoor adventures that are truly fantastic.

We already know that the Region of Murcia is exciting, but when Holy Week comes around, passion is evident and can be felt in every corner. The famous and renowned processions and events that fill the streets of Murcia, Cartagena, Lorca, Jumilla, Caravaca de la Cruz... are the best examples. Walking through the Region of Murcia during this time means experiencing the devotion of the people while discovering cultural gems in museums and exhibitions. There has never been such a perfect blend of history, fun, tradition, and devotion.

We hit the streets to fully experience Palm Sunday, where the entire Region of Murcia is adorned in celebration. Palms and branches bring color to the streets, and the excitement of the youngsters is contagious. Whether parading or hunting for sweets, this day marks the beginning of our Holy Week adventure.

But if you prefer walking and exploring, the Region of Murcia will keep you more than entertained. Amidst our Holy Week adventure, we suggest adding some color with a route along the Vía Verde of Cieza's Flowering. You'll feel devotion for the shades of mauve and pink that envelop the entire route. Absolutely stunning! And if you're in the mood for something a bit more relaxed but equally fun, the Norias Route in Abarán is also a fantastic plan. It's a trip to the past to marvel at the Arab waterwheels, all without leaving Murcia! And from here, you can link up with any point in the region and join their evening/night processions. A perfect day!

Our next stop won't leave you indifferent this Holy Week. Grab a drum tightly because you can't miss Mula's Night of the Drums. It's a party where both adults and children take to the streets to play the drum until their fingers say enough! The energy is contagious, and the little ones will surely enjoy the famous "palma"!

Continuing our route, we arrive in Jumilla to experience La Caramelada, a candy battle that is pure fun and laughter. The perfect plan to sweeten your adventure and recharge your batteries for everything that follows.

And to continue, how about a procession where children are the protagonists? In Molina de Segura, the little ones get serious and carry their miniature steps with effort and enthusiasm, a feat worthy of applause. It's a unique moment that shows that Holy Week is carried in the heart from a young age.

To put the finishing touch on your Holy Week adventure, don't miss the tradition of Easter Monday, a day marked by the tasting of the "mona de Pascua," very typical in Cartagena, where families and friends go on an outing to the countryside to enjoy it and end the holidays. This sweet treat is characterized by having a hard-boiled egg in the center. It's a tradition for godparents to give the "mona" to their godchildren, and in some places, it's accompanied by the custom of breaking the egg on someone's forehead, adding a fun touch to the day. Enjoying a "mona" with hot chocolate is the perfect ending to the holidays.

So, as you can see, our history and tradition are waiting to welcome you to experience an unforgettable Holy Week. Amidst culture, nature, and lots of fun, you'll create memories that will stay in the hearts of the whole family.