stations of the cross shrine

Carcarcarb

We have been visiting the Stations of the Cross Shrine for the past 20 years. It is beautiful! As you climb the mountain you will feel the spirituality and the peacefulness of the surroundings. The bronze statues that Huberto Maestas has created are so detailed and thought provoking. If you are not a religious person you will find the artwork fantastic. If you are a religious person you will find that you are closer to Him. The visit to the the Stations is a must. You shouldn't go through San Luis, CO without stopping.

Harleyz

This little gem is worth a stop while traveling thru Southern Colorado, about 60 miles north of Taos, NM. San Luis is the oldest town in CO and this attraction was created by a local artist. The walk is relatively easy, the stations provide an opportunity to pause and reflect and the view from the quaint little church at the top of the mesa is beautiful.The San Luis Visitor Center is located just across the street from the trail and they have additional information available and they also have bathrooms. There is no water available on the hike of about 1 mile.

Michaelh04

Travelling through Colorado towards Santa Fe, we decided to visit the oldest town in Colorado and the Shrine of the Stations of the Cross. Although we could not take enough time to visit each station, something we will correct next time through, the Shrine was simply amazing. The town of San Luis is, as advertised, very quaint, and very much has the feel of a holy place. If you are in the area you should make a promise to yourself to visit this place.

Colorado5689

San Luis is a small town. Right as you come into town there is a sign for the site. It is a steady hike with the stations of the cross on the way up the trail. Beautiful hike. The sculptures are amazing as well as humbling. Once you reach the top, there is a beautiful church, go inside and just sit or say a prayer. The trail is gravel with no large rocks to climb over, so sneakers will be fine for this beautiful hike.You can take pictures, but read what the say at the beginning of the hike. Enjoy!!!!

katebrymom

The stations are a 3/4 mile walk uphill but the bronze stations are truly inspiring, spiritual, and emotional. The attention to detail on Jesus' face was truly awe-inspiring and emotional in its depiction. It took about an hour roundtrip to the top and back.

Singingdove

This is right in town. The sculptures were done with such detail - on the "station" that has Jesus being nailed to the cross, if you look at his knees, the artist made them looked torn up from crawling as he carried his cross.There is also a newer section up above the chapel that is a tribute to Catholic martyrs. It was good to read what many of these priests and such went through for their faith.

MsRduffy

It took us 50 minutes drive from Alamosa.It's nice to see. But it's so far from the city and the signs are so small it was hard to see. The church is pretty. The stations of the cross is no longer complete. It needs some work. It's sad that it's not maintain very well and that's understandable. But we enjoyed it.

ConnieP877

The drive is beautiful coming from Taos, NM. Scenery stops all conversation as we are all amazed and entranced. Then we arrive at the chapel. Very secluded and quiet. The stations are placed on the side of the mountain and it is not a difficult walk but not easy either. Probably not for anyone with mobility issues as the walk is not paved. The bronzes are magnificent! Worth the drive to see these bronzes.

GeraldR153

I got there about an hour before sunset. The views were incredible, and the artistry of the sculptures were so powerful. Once the sun started to set, the place came alive in it's own special way! It is a very steep walk up the hill. There is a road called "Stations of the Cross" Road about a mile out of town and about a 2 mile drive up to the shrine if you are not up for the climb, but you will miss the first 4 or 5 stations.

SLVSuz

We went with several friends on this inspirational and moving walk. The bronze figures are so very life-like and expressive of what it must have been like over 2000 years ago. There are scriptures at each station which we took time to read out loud. The walk up the hill is gentle and can be done at your own pace (though you can drive up a road for handicap access). The church at the top is beautiful and open to all who visit. If you are a Christian and are in the area, you should stop here, walk up the path and remember the sacrifice made for you. However, if you are not a Christian, the artistic component of the figures will draw you in and should not be missed.

134amyp

this is a very awesome sacred place we loved it. Will be returning in the summer again with some family from California.

RogerB987

Stations of the Cross Shrine is also called la Mesa de la Piedad y de la Misericordia-Hill of Piety and Mercy. When one sees the Stations of the Cross in a Cathedral it is usually high up below the clerestory windows and it does not have the same impact as the shrine at San Luis. Walking the path to the top and stopping at each of the 2/3 life size statues one may be a little winded and even give thought to a weakened beaten man carrying a cross up a path like that. The path is routed so that at the end one walks completely around the shrine before entering. There is a road that goes to the top if handicapped access is needed but the walk up the path is a vital part of the experience. It'd not very far and with the stops at each station most handle it well.The phone number I have provided is the San Luis Visitors Center I believe.

LSJacobs

My dad and I walked through the Stations of the Cross in San Luis, Colorado. It is a sloped walking path, mostly dirt. It spirals around to the top where the church is located. If the walk is too steep or long, you can drive to the top via Stations of the Cross Road. Once at the top, you can walk around the church and see the last 4 stations. The bronze sculptures are beautiful and emotional. We enjoyed our walk and we are very grateful that it is open to the public. We spent about 45 min. there. Definantely worth the stop!

Art-Roxanne

We visited on a cool autumn afternoon. The path is paved in places and has some steps. Park behind the visitor center across the street. While the path is quite steep, it isn't very long, perhaps a third of a mile. But remember, you're at 8000 feet in elevation and if you're not used to it, you'll find yourself huffing and puffing. There are many places to pause and reflect on your spiritual life. The stations themselves are quite lifelike and the workmanship is remarkable. Or, if you're not into that, just power up the hill and be rewarded by a great view. The chapel is simple and small. A perfect place for reflection, or just to take a breather.

funtobeme

I was on my way to Taos, NM and been at the Ft. Garland museum earlier. I then elected to continue southward an experience the oldest town in Colorado – San Luis. Besides being the oldest town their other claim to fame is the Stations of the Cross walk.I figure it is less than a mile up a hill that overlooks San Luis and ends at a small, clean a quaint church at the top. The statues have intense detail and depict the crucifixion of Jesus by the Romans. As these other reviews state, the church was unlocked and I entered and took some pictures. There is something to be said for its simplicity and peaceful vibe. Definitely worth a hour of your time to view.