Waypoints from St. Mary Magdalene
Jerusalem
Beginning of her apostolic life, witness to the Resurrection of Christ. She receives the first mission to announce the Resurrection to the Apostles.
Syria
She travels through the region on her missionary journey, possibly passing through Antioch.
Rome
She reportedly visited the Emperor Tiberius to speak about the Resurrection of Christ.
Ephesus
According to tradition, Mary Magdalene stayed here with the Virgin Mary and the Apostle John.
Mytilene
Short stays mentioned in later traditions while sailing toward the West.
Zakynthos
Genoa
A traditional stop on the route from the East to southern France.
Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer
Arrival by sea
Marseille
preaching in Gaul. She lived in solitude in the cave of Sainte-Baume and was later buried in Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baume.