We leave you with this presentation of the San Cecilio Pilgrimage published by GranadadirectNext, you have some questions to answer. Perhaps this weekend? That would be a very good time to do it.

February 1st is Valentine's Day Pattern of GranadaSaint CeciliusAlthough he is the patron saint of the city, it is not a public holiday, so the pilgrimage It is celebrated on the first Sunday of February.

El February 1 There will be a liturgical celebration according to the Hispanic-Mozarabic rite at the Abbey of SacromonteIt usually takes place in the afternoon. In the morning, the Brotherhood of Favors honors the patron saint of Granada in the Parish of Saint Cecilius, in the heart of Realejo neighborhood.

In 2025 the pilgrimage took place on 2 Sunday of FebruaryThis Sunday, thousands of people are going up to the Sacromonte, where a a party with lots of flavorOn Sunday's pilgrimage, the setting is the most beautiful mountain in Granada: el SacromonteVarious liturgical and popular ceremonies take place here over the weekend. Tradition dictates that on this day... visit the catacombs with the relics of the patron saint, which will be open from 16:00 PM to 17:30 PM free of charge.

The Mass that begins at 12:00 includes the participation of Mozarabic Choir of the Abbey of SacromonteMunicipal authorities attend it to renew it each year. the city vote to his boss.

Hundreds of people gather in the esplanade and it is typical that the city council distribute for free broad beans from the Vega of Granada and the typical "salaillas". Be prepared to queue.
There is also singing and dancing. “La Reja” and other regional dancesThanks to the groups and associations that are performing today at SacromonteThe atmosphere is very family-friendly and festive.

This popular pilgrimage is celebrated in Granada from the beginning of the 17th century.

A little history about Saint Cecilius

Account History Saint Cecilius was sent along with Isius and Tesiphon by Saint Peter to Hispania for its evangelization. They came to Granada And when they were gathered in the catacombs of this mountain with nine other priests, they were surprised by the Romans and martyred.

His disciples wrote the story on lead tablets and hid them between two stones, one white and one black, which were thrown into the Darro RiverThese plates were found in 1595 and sent to Rome, where the originals are kept, to confirm their authenticity.

Following this event, an abbey and a collegiate church were built over the catacombs. Abbey of Sacromonte.

A curiosity

In the past, during the pilgrimage, young women of marriageable age had to touch the white stone in the holy caves if they wanted to find a husband; touching the other stone foretold the opposite. So, there you have it, the choice is yours…

Where is the San Cecilio pilgrimage?

In the plaza below the Abbey, regional dances are performed and broad beans and flatbreads are distributed. A bar is also set up where drinks can be purchased.

How to get to the abbey of Sacromonte walking?

Most people get on the Sacromonte We walked today. The distance is about 2,5 km and it takes approximately 40 minutes. It's a pleasant walk with beautiful views; the only drawback is the steep hills.

From  Plaza Nueva goes up the Darro Race, Cuesta del Chapiz and turns right onto the Camino del SacromonteIt will be easy to follow the many people who are going up in groups and enjoy the festive atmosphere that is already palpable along the way.

How to get to the Abbey of Sacromonte By bus?

The  small buses that go up to Sacromonte They usually fill up quickly on the day of the pilgrimage.
Be patient and arrive with plenty of time so you can wait calmly until there is space to board.

This line runs every 20 minutes on normal days, but on the day of the pilgrimage there are usually extra buses. Departure from Plaza Nueva on bus line C34 to Camino Abadía del Sacromonte.

Now answer the questions: