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Belgium’s King and Queen Complete Eight-Year Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage

King Felipe and Queen Matilde, joined by three of their children, reached Santiago de Compostela and attended Holy Thursday rites at the cathedral.

Los reyes Felipe y Matilde de Bélgica, en el centro, este miércoles a su llegada a Santiago
Los reyes Felipe y Matilde de Bélgica, ayer de camino a la Catedral de Santiago, donde participaron en la eucaristía. | Antonio Hernández
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Overview

  • The Belgian royal family concluded their multi-year Camino de Santiago journey, which began in Roncesvalles in 2017, by arriving at Santiago’s Plaza del Obradoiro on April 17, 2025.
  • King Felipe and Queen Matilde were accompanied by their children Prince Emmanuel, Prince Gabriel, and Princess Leonor, while Princess Elisabeth was absent due to studies in the United States.
  • The family participated in a Holy Thursday liturgy at the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, opting for low-profile seating to maintain discretion.
  • The Belgian Royal House shared curated images of the pilgrimage on social media, highlighting moments from the final stages of the journey.
  • The royals balanced privacy with public engagement, staying at the Hostal de los Reyes Católicos and being supported by a discreet security presence during their visit.