Marian devotion
Our Lady of Rocamador of Almaraz
Marian Invocation of Almaraz (Extremadura)
Recognized by the Church
Our Lady of Rocamador is a venerated Marian advocation of Almaraz (Cáceres), in the Campo Arañuelo; its title links with the famous French Rocamadour, spread on the pilgrimage roads. The people also honor San Roque as a patron.
Main data
Origin and history
Our Lady of Rocamador is a venerated Marian advocation of Almaraz (Cáceres), in the Campo Arañuelo; its title links with the famous French Rocamadour, spread on the pilgrimage roads. The people also honor San Roque as a patron.
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in its Rocamador hermitage, a goal of Romeria.
Sponsorship and coronation
Marian advocation of Almaraz, with its own Romeria. No canonical coronation.
Party and devotion
His pilgrimage is held on the first Sunday of May. Devotion to his patron is a sign of the identity of the people.
Link to the Rosary
As in the rock of Rocamadour the pilgrims sought refuge, before the Virgin of Rocamador the Rosary is a firm refuge for the walker of faith.
A flower for the Virgin
It offers a simple prayer to this advocation. Pray a Hail Mary for Spain and for the peace of the world.
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