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Whoever is in Spain during spring will soon become familiar with one of the country’s most impressive traditions: Semana Santa. This Holy Week around Easter is not just a festive period, but a deeply rooted cultural and religious event celebrated throughout Spain – from large cities to small villages.
🎭 Processions full of emotion and tradition
During Semana Santa, impressive processions take place in streets all over the country. Brotherhoods in traditional robes carry large religious statues (pasos) through the streets, accompanied by music, candlelight and moments of silence. Especially in cities such as Seville and Málaga, these processions are world-famous and attract thousands of visitors every year. But also on the Costa Blanca South, in cities such as Alicante and Elche, impressive processions are organised that fill the streets with atmosphere, music and tradition.
🌸 Easter in Spain: more than chocolate eggs
After the intense Semana Santa follows Easter, which in Spain is mainly about family, sharing meals and enjoying spring. The combination of religious tradition and social moments makes this period unique. The streets fill with fragrant flowers, local delicacies and a relaxed atmosphere. It is also the moment when spring truly becomes visible: sunny days, full terraces and a lively street life.
☀️ An experience that stays with you
For those staying on the Costa Blanca during this period, Semana Santa is highly recommended. You not only experience the pleasant spring climate, but also authentic Spanish culture at its best. It is a time where tradition and daily life come together, allowing you to discover Spain in a very special way.
Anyone who has experienced this period understands why so many people fall in love with Spain.
