Pilgrimage to Luján

In short: Pilgrimage to Luján: from Buenos Aires (Liniers) to Basilica of Luján. Length: around 60 km, duration: 1 day and night. Best time: Early October.

Overview

The Basilica of Luján west of Buenos Aires is the most important shrine in Argentina. Our Lady of Luján is the country's patron saint. The large pilgrimages there have a tradition going back to the 19th century.

Since the 1970s the youth pilgrimage has taken place on the first weekend of October. Hundreds of thousands walk the around 60 kilometres from the Liniers district, often through the night.

The route is flat and mostly on main roads, which are closed for the event. People come for the shared experience more than for nature.

Planning your stages

How long you need depends on your daily distance. The table works this out for 60 kilometres, with one rest day a week.

Who is this route for?

With some hiking experience this route is very manageable. Expect climbs and keep your days from getting too long.

You can find more routes under Pilgrimage routes in the Americas, sorted by religion under Christian pilgrimage routes.