La Marian route It is a very old route, which starts from Spain and passes through Andorra until it reaches the foot of the Pyrenees. This ancient path encompasses five monasteries, which were dedicated to the Virgin and are considered among the most beautiful in Europe.
The route begins with the Pilar Sanctuary, located in Zaragoza, which is one of the cities with the greatest historical importance in Spain. Then you reach Torreciudad, passing the monastery of Meritxell, in the principality of Andorra, then you pass through the Sanctuary of Montserrat, until you reach Lourdes. 12 million people participate in this pilgrimage every year.
The Marian Route is not a route suitable only for believers, since there are many artistic and natural beauties to see. The landscapes that can be admired along this route are unique in the world. In fact, the Sanctuary of Montserrat It is located in one of the most beautiful natural parks in the world.
In Spain there are many proposals for those who want to follow a path of faith, the most popular destination is the Camino de Santiago, among others that attract pilgrims is the Marian Route. To follow this itinerary it is not necessary to walk only on foot, but it is also possible to undertake the pilgrimage by train or bicycle, depending on your needs. Additionally, it is not necessary to visit all five shrines all on the same day.
The objective of the Marian Route is to know the Blessed Virgin Mary, in fact in the Monastery of Pilar there is a beautiful column whose legend says that it was left as a testimony by the Virgin herself when she appeared to console Santiago, who preached the Gospel in the Ebro.
It is also very interesting to visit the Sanctuary of Andorra, recently promoted by Pope Francis to the rank of Minor Basilica. The Meritxell Sanctuary is one of the most visited places in Andorra, nestled in the beautiful natural landscape of the Pyrenees.
Traveling the Mariana Route will be an unforgettable experience, you will visit the most important and significant places of the Iberian Peninsula, having the opportunity to admire unique beauties in the world. The route is suitable for any type of person and it is not necessary to take special precautions, you just have to check the opening and closing times of the monasteries, in case you want to visit them all in one day. The Mariana Route is a unique experience that deeply marks the soul of those who travel it.
