Semana Santa Ronda 2026: Procession Routes, Start Points and Times

The official Semana Santa Ronda 2026 programme in Spanish does include routes and starting points, although it lists them as church names and street itineraries rather than full postal addresses. In this guide, you’ll find clearly structured departure points, key routes, and timings, so you know exactly where to go and when.

Do the Processions Have Start Points and Routes?

Yes — every procession includes:

  • Starting location (usually a parish church or sanctuary)
  • Full street-by-street itinerary
  • Key timing points (departure, official timing point, return)

However, the programme does not provide exact street addresses. Instead, it names well-known churches and plazas in Ronda, which are easy to locate on maps.

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10 things to do in Ronda for free

Guided day trips to Ronda from Cádiz and Jerez

Want to experience the best of Ronda without breaking the bank? While our popular Guided Audio Tour, museums, and certain attractions do have a fee, there’s still plenty you can enjoy for free. From iconic landmarks to hidden corners, we’ve rounded up 10 incredible things to do in Ronda at no cost — and our audio guide can make your journey even richer.

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Nuestra Señora del Socorro

The church of muestra Señora del Socorro in Ronda

The parish church of Socorro (Parroquia de Nuestra Señora del Socorro) was only built in 1956 but it, and the plaza around it, feature prominently on every walking tour of Ronda. The ground on which the church stands was the location of a parish chapel, a hospital, and before that a Muslim chapel.

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Iglesia de Santa María de la Encarnación la Mayor Ronda

Ronda - Santa María la Mayor - Church
A Brief History of the Church

Originally built in the 14th century as one of the muslim Mosques, the Church of Santa María la Mayor. Known locally as the Iglesia de Santa María de la Encarnación la Mayor it is located in Ronda’s Town Hall square, the Plaza Duquesa de Parcent, and is the biggest and most attractive of the churches. Its distinctive tower and front facade make the church look more like a city hall than a church.

Practice your Spanish and read the translated version of this article here…

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Where to buy convent sweets and pastries in Ronda?

Where to buy convent sweets and pastries in Ronda?
Where to buy convent sweets and pastries in Ronda?

In Spain, many convents earn a living by selling handmade sweets, pastries, and confections. The recipes have been passed down through the centuries with some dating back to the times of the Romans and Moors. However, with fewer nuns and the closing of many convents, this tradition is at risk of being lost. So, Where to buy convent sweets and pastries in Ronda?

One of the convents preserving this ancient tradition is the Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Merced in Ronda. The convent has a small bakery where visitors can purchase unique and delicious “Convent Sweets” while also supporting the nuns financially.

Every day, many people visit the Nuestra Señora de la Merced church and take photographs. However, they often continue on to other popular tourist destinations in Ronda, such as the Alameda gardens, bullring and Puente Nuevo As a result, they may miss out on a fascinating and hidden corner of daily life in Ronda.

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