These pilgrimage routes and religious sites represent the spiritual heritage of Europe. The paths connect cathedrals, monasteries and sanctuaries from Italy to England, from Spain to Armenia. Each location maintains its traditions and religious history.
León, Spain
Camino de San SalvadorThe medieval pilgrimage route crosses the Cantabrian Mountains and connects the Cathedral of León with the Cathedral of San Salvador in Oviedo.
Canterbury, England
Via FrancigenaThe historical pilgrimage path runs from Canterbury to Rome across 1700 kilometers through England, France, Switzerland, and Italy.
Barcelona, Spain
Our Lady of Monserrate ShrineThe 11th-century Benedictine abbey stands at 720 meters in the mountains and houses a black Madonna statue.
Padua, Italy
Basilica of St. AnthonyThe Romanesque-Gothic church contains Saint Anthony's tomb and was built in the 13th century. The complex includes eight domes.
Zaragoza, Spain
Basilica de Nuestra Señora del PilarThis Catholic church from the 17th century houses a statue of Mary on a Roman column and accommodates 12000 people.
Mexico
Sanctuary of AtotonilcoMexican Baroque murals decorate the interiors of this 18th century church with religious scenes.
England
WalsinghamThe village contains two national Marian shrines: one Anglican and one Roman Catholic from medieval times.
Girona, Spain
Jewish QuarterThe medieval streets and alleys display the cultural heritage of the Jewish community from the 12th to 15th centuries.
France
Saint OmerA city rich in Christian history. Home to Saint Omer Cathedral and La Capelle Church.
La Salette-Fallavaux, France
La Salette-FallavauxCatholic sanctuary in the French Alps where the Virgin Mary appeared to two shepherd children in 1846. The site receives numerous pilgrims annually.
St. Andrews, Scotland
St. Andrew's CathedralMedieval construction from the 13th century located on the Fife coast. It was the archbishop's seat and the main religious center of Scotland.
Lazio, Italy
Abbey of Santa Maria AssuntaBenedictine monastery from the 6th century featuring Romanesque architecture. The crypt contains a burial site and a medieval altar with relics.
Sopeira, Spain
Monastery of San Isidro de AlaónBuilt in the 11th century, this Romanesque religious complex stands at the Aragonese Pyrenees. The building features medieval frescoes and original stone carvings.
Vagharshapat, Armenia
Saint Hripsimé ChurchArmenian church built in 618 with cruciform layout, dome and traditional stone carvings.
Europe
Way of Saint JamesMedieval pilgrimage routes through France and Spain with historical churches, monasteries and hostels.