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Via Crucis in the Vatican Gardens on 24 March

Via Crucis in the Vatican Gardens on 24 March

Variation in opening hours 

24 March 2026

During the liturgical season of Lent, the customary Via Crucis, Way of the Cross, reserved for employees of Vatican City State will take place in the Vatican Gardens.

To enable staff to participate in this moment of prayer and sharing, on 24 March the Vatican Museums will open to the public at 11.00 a.m. On the same day, the Castel Gandolfo Museum Complex will remain closed.