Your First Steps in Medjugorje

Welcome to Medjugorje — a village of peace, prayer, and profound grace. Whether you’ve come alone or with a group, for healing or with curiosity, this orientation will help you begin your pilgrimage with confidence and spiritual focus.

🕊️ What Is Medjugorje?

Medjugorje is a small village in Bosnia and Herzegovina where, since 1981, six visionaries have reported apparitions of the Blessed Virgin Mary. She calls herself the Queen of Peace and offers a message of prayer, fasting, reconciliation, and peace.

Pilgrims come here from every corner of the world seeking closeness with God, healing of the heart, and renewal of faith.

🗺️ Where to Begin

⛪ St. James Church

The heart of Medjugorje. This is where the daily prayer program is held, including evening Mass, Adoration, and confessions. Start your pilgrimage here.

⛰️ Apparition Hill (Podbrdo)

Climb early in the morning or at sunset to pray the Rosary at the site of the first apparitions.

✝️ Cross Mountain (Križevac)

A powerful uphill Way of the Cross. Be sure to bring water and good shoes.

🧭 How to Get Around

• Everything in Medjugorje is within walking distance: church, hills, hotels, and key sites.
• Taxis are available for older or less mobile pilgrims.
• Ask your host or hotel about shuttle options if needed.

📅 What’s the Daily Routine Like?

🕖 Morning: Quiet prayer, Mass in various languages
🕔 Afternoon: Confessions, quiet time, hill visits
🕖 Evening: Rosary, Holy Mass, Adoration or veneration of the Cross

➡️ Full schedule available here: Prayer Schedule

🧾 Important Services

💶 Currency: Euros preferred. Most shops take cash.
🏥 Pharmacy: Several near the church.
📬 SIM cards: Available in local shops (A1, HT).
🏧 ATMs: Widely available.
🚕 Taxi: Reliable service can be booked near the church.
🗣️ Languages: Most locals and volunteers speak English, Italian, or German.

🆓 Free Help for You

📍 Pilgrim’s Map
📘 Free guide PDFs
📞 On-site assistance — contact info at MedjugorjeGuide.com
🙏 Volunteer support in front of St. James Church daily

💬 Remember…

You’re not a tourist here.
You’re a pilgrim, a soul called by grace.

Take your time. Walk slowly. Let Our Lady lead. 🕯️