Sepúlveda

Sepulveda Easter Week 2026

Easter is synonymous with tourism, relaxation, enjoyment, joy, processions, recollection, adventure, nature walks, vacations. The architectural richness, the historical importance, the exquisite gastronomy, the natural setting in which the town is located, the cultural experiences, the religious events and the processions that go through the streets during these days make Sepulveda a destination for all audiences. From the monumental point of view, tourists who choose Sepulveda can admire its many unique narrow streets, enjoy the amazing views and landscapes offered by the various viewpoints, discover the natural and built walls while touring the seven gates of the town, as well as visit all the Romanesque buildings and museums that the town has. The natural park of the hoces of the Duratón River is a great attraction for the traveler. To walk along the different trails, contemplate the griffon vulture and admire the gorges from beautiful places such as the viewpoint of the Virgen de la Peña or the hermitage of San Frutos is a privilege that this natural space offers. One of the most unique trails in the natural park is the so-called "path of the two rivers", a circular path of 5 km in which nature, history and art allow the traveler to live a unique experience. Another of our signs of identity is the gastronomy. Sepulveda is synonymous of an exquisite gastronomy in which its star dish is the roasted lamb among other delicious delicacies, always leaving a space for the irresistible Sepulveda pastries. If before we pointed out that Sepulveda is a destination for all audiences, during these days we must also highlight the importance and uniqueness of the religious events that make up the "Holy Week Sepulveda". Thus the religious acts that will take place these days are: Palm Sunday, at 11:45 a.m., Blessing of the Palm branches in the Church of Saints Justo and Pastor and Procession of the Palms from this Church to the Parish of San Bartolomé, followed by Palm Sunday Mass; Maundy Thursday, at 7:00 p.m., The Lord's Supper and Washing at the Sanctuary of the Virgin of La Peña, followed by the Maundy Thursday Procession from the Sanctuary of the Virgin of La Peña and return; then, Holy Hour at the Sanctuary of the Virgin; Good Friday, at 12:00 p.m., Way of the Cross, departure from the Sanctuary of the Virgin of La Peña, followed by the Holy Hour at the Sanctuary of the Virgin of La Peña.00 h, Way of the Cross, departure from the Church of Saints Justo and Pastor, and at 19.00 h, services at the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Peña, concluding the day with the Procession of Silence at 21.30 h, departure from the Church of San Bartolomé and return; Easter Saturday, at 9.00 pm, Easter Vigil in the Church of San Bartolomé and Easter Sunday, at 11.45 am, Procession of the Encounter in the Plaza de España to the Sanctuary of the Virgen de la Peña and, then, Easter Sunday Mass in the Sanctuary, after the Mass, return of the Procession to the Church of San Bartolomé. Holy Week opens its doors and to choose Sepulveda as a destination is to be able to choose from a wide variety of possibilities and experiences and, above all, is to discover a place where history, art, nature, gastronomy and culture intermingle to make the traveler enjoy a unique time during these vacations and Holy Week vacations. For more information: Sepulveda Tourist Office: 921 540 425| turismo@sepulveda.es/ www.turismosepulveda.es.