The Jubilee Journey to Caravaca de la Cruz: The basics for pilgrims
The Jubilee Year in Caravaca de la Cruz is an event of great importance both for Catholic believers...
Por: Turismo Región de Murcia en 7/24/24 12:56 PM
Did you know that the Levante Way can also be done by bicycle? At Turismo Región de Murcia, we can confirm that it can, and it’s an experience designed for pilgrimage on foot, by bike, and even on horseback! In this article, we tell you all about it:
Just as we know the expression "all roads lead to Rome," we could say that "many roads lead to the Jubilee city of Caravaca." In fact, there are several routes designed from different parts of the country to reach the Holy City. Among them, we can highlight the Vera Cruz Way, which spans approximately 900 kilometers, crossing Navarra, Aragón, Castilla la Mancha, and Valencia. But today, we focus on the Levante Way.
Levante Way
Starting from Orihuela, the Levante Way provides suitable infrastructure to offer a memorable pilgrimage experience to its visitors, taking advantage of routes such as the Segura River embankment and the Northwest Greenway. In total, the route covers 118 kilometers, allowing you to discover all the secrets of the path, including the gastronomy and culture of the surrounding towns and regions.
The pilgrimage is undertaken with the intention of receiving plenary indulgence or jubilee, meaning the remission of sins before God, which are forgiven if the following requirements are met:
Additionally, to properly certify our pilgrimage, we must obtain the Caravacensis, the official document that verifies it through stamps. To obtain it, you must:
The 5 stages of the Way
All details can be consulted further in this guide:
Tips for cyclists starting their pilgrimage
In summary, making a pilgrimage to the Basilica of the Vera Cruz is an extraordinary experience, whether for religious reasons or personal motivation. It is an especially significant event every 7 years and can be enjoyed solo, in groups, or with family. Done correctly and safely, it promises to be an achievement that makes you feel the Extraordinary.
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