Saint Lucia procession in Grenaa
Experience the beautiful Saint Lucia tradition in Grenaa on Djursland, when the town's streets are lit up by candlelight and communal singing in an atmospheric procession.
Saint Lucia in Grenaa
On Friday, 12 December, Grenaa will be filled with light, song and Christmas spirit when the Saint Lucia procession makes its way through the town's streets. A beautiful and traditional experience, where employees from the town's shops walk in procession with candles and sing the classic Lucia song.
A luminous tradition in the town's streets
The procession starts at 4 p.m. in front of Guldsmed Mouritsens Eftf. on Østergade 2. From here, the participants make their way through the Christmas-decorated town centre, singing and spreading December cheer to young and old alike.
The route goes around the city centre and ends with a sing-along by the large Christmas tree in Torvet, where the Lucia procession becomes a natural highlight of the local Christmas season.
Saint Lucia in Grenaa is a peaceful, contemplative and heart-warming experience in the midst of the Christmas rush – perfect for the whole family.
NB: The procession takes place on Friday 12 December – not Saturday 13 December.
Practical information
- Date: Friday 12 December
- Time: 4 p.m.
- Starting point: Østergade 2, in front of Guldsmed Mouritsens Eftf.
- End point: Torvet in Grenaa by the large Christmas tree
- Remember to wear warm clothes and bring a small light to illuminate the darkness.