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Tongeren – Coronation Procession

The Coronation Festivals in Tongeren have a long tradition, with the 1479 miracle image holding a central position. Following approval by Leo XIII, Pope from 1878 to 1903, it is...
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Scherpenheuvel – Little Candle Procession

On the first Sunday after All Saints' Day on 1 November, the Kaarskensprocessie (Little Candles Procession) is held in Scherpenheuvel. The history of this procession dates back centuries. As early as 1633, in Scherpenheuvel, with…
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Mechelen – Hanswijk Procession

A great tradition has been built up in Mechelen with the Hanswijk Procession. In 2023, the procession passed through the city for the 750th time! The reason for the procession is the...
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Kalfort – Maria Ommegang

In the Flemish Kalfort, which is located near Puurs, between Antwerp and Mechelen, the Maria Procession takes place annually. The procession is held on the second Sunday after August 15th. In…
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Hasselt – Virga Jesse Procession

Since 1684, the Virga Jessefeesten have been held in Hasselt. The events are organised every seven years. A special feature is that the procession is completely renewed every seven years. The parade is opened…
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Baarle-Hertog – Candle Procession

In the north of Belgium lies the town of Baarle-Hertog. On the Sunday after August 15th, which is the feast of the Assumption of Mary, the Kaarskensprocessie (Candle Procession) takes place every year. This is organised by the…
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