Stille Omgang

The silent march

Address:

Zandvoortseweg 59 - (Bij de bloemenmarkt)
2111 GS - Old City Centre/Old Side
Amsterdam

Nearest Bus or Train:

Westermarkt: tram 13, 14, 17 & 20

Open Hours:

Not available

This silent procession makes its way through the streets of Amsterdam every March. This procession commemorates the "Miracle of the Host" of 1345, a strange occurrence that involved a dying man vomiting once given the Holy Sacrament and last rites. Though cast into a fire as punishment, according to legend, he survived - thus the celebration of the miracle. The procession follows the Heiligeweg (Holy Way). It begins and ends at Spui, via Kalverstraat, Nieuwendijk, Warmoesstraat and Nes. Admission: free.

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