Join the Great Camino Party! Castro Urdiales Celebrates 10 Years of World Heritage
Castro Urdiales, Cantabria. Get ready to be part of history and joy! The city of Castro Urdiales will dress up to commemorate the 10th Anniversary of the Declaration of the Northern Roads as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. This unique event will not only celebrate a decade of international recognition, but will also offer an unforgettable day of pilgrimage, twinning and celebration.
The “Pilgrims for Cantabria” Association invites you to actively participate in this special day, which will culminate with the discovery of a commemorative plaque next to the emblematic Church of Santa María and an emotional twinning act with the “Vía Künig” Association of Lugo. It's your chance to live the Camino in a different way and celebrate its legacy!
A Day Full of Activities for Everyone
The day will begin at 13:00h with the concentration of pilgrims and associations in the Los Llorones park, in Mioño. From there, you will begin an exciting pilgrimage along the coast, passing by the beautiful Dícido beach and its historic loading dock.
Around 14:30h, you will arrive at the “Graderío del Anfiteatro”, a place with spectacular views of Castro Urdiales, where a twinning picnic. The association will take care of the snacks and drinks, and a traditional Cantabrian music group will liven up the atmosphere! Don't forget to bring your holiday spirit and, if you want, something extra to share.
The march will continue at 17:00h to travel the last kilometer of the pilgrimage and enter Castro Urdiales through the Cotolino area. At 17:30h, from Cala Cotolino, the banners and emblems of the associations will be distributed for a vibrant parade along the seafront, accompanied by the city's music band.
The afternoon will continue with a guided tour of Castro Urdiales at 18:30h, culminating in City Hall. At 20:00h, the consistory will witness the official twinning act between «Vía Künig» and «Pilgrims through Cantabria». The day will conclude with a Mass sung by the Islares Chamber Choir at 20:30h in the impressive Church of Santa María de la Asunción and, at 21:30h, the climax moment: the discovery of the commemorative plaque for the 10th anniversary of the UNESCO Declaration.
Don't stay home! This is a perfect occasion to celebrate the Camino, enjoy the company of other pilgrims and be part of an event that enhances the historical and cultural value of our region.
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