Via Crucis Vivent

The Associació del Via Crucis Vivent de Sant Hilari Sacalm preserves and organizes a centuries-old religious and cultural tradition in Sant Hilari Sacalm, Girona, Spain. For more than three hundred years, the town has marked Easter with a living Stations of the Cross, passing the processional tradition from one generation to the next. The event has grown into a popular public gathering whose significance extends beyond the local area.

A defining moment is the Calvary scene, staged on the outskirts of town and attended by thousands of people. The performance features actors portraying Roman soldiers, with lighting and music contributing to its dramatic atmosphere. The association provides information to help visitors take part, including event schedules, directions for reaching Sant Hilari Sacalm, a route through the town’s streets, a printed program, and details of Holy Week activities. Based at Can Rovira, Plaça Doctor Robert, the organization is dedicated to maintaining this distinctive community tradition and sharing it with residents and visitors alike.