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The dogma of Mary’s divine Motherhood, the dogma of her Perpetual Virginity, of her Immaculate Conception, and of her Assumption. In 431, a council brought together all the bishops of the time in Ephesus. The council proclaimed the Divine Motherhood … Continued

16th July marks the anniversary of the 18th and final apparition of the Virgin Mary to Bernadette Soubirous. This year we are going to celebrate the 3rd virtual world pilgrimage live from Lourdes. You can discover or watch again, what … Continued

The activities offered by the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes allow everyone to discover or rediscover the beauty and simplicity of this place of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary and her message of peace, comfort and hope which … Continued

During the month of June, the Sanctuary and the streets of the city looked more like an international capital city! Throughout the month of June, French-speaking pilgrims were in a real minority. They were well represented by the diocesan pilgrimages … Continued

In the heart of the Sanctuary, opposite the Grotto, the Parvis Saint Bernadette welcomes you and invites you to take part in onsite experiences for groups, activities on the themes of mission, vocation, poverty and integral ecology. There are also … Continued

“The Nights of Lourdes”, an unforgettable immersion in the heart of the Sanctuary to allow everyone to discover or rediscover the beauty and simplicity of this place of apparitions of the Virgin Mary, the modernity of its message of peace, … Continued

The reliquary of Saint Bernadette is continuing its journey through the United States among the American faithful: the water gesture, prayers and hymns from Lourdes, and torchlight processions have all been faithfully replicated in the 28 dioceses and 32 cities … Continued

The International Military Pilgrimage is getting back to normal and is organising its pilgrimage to Lourdes from 13-15th May 2022, under the leadership of Mgr. Antoine de Romanet, bishop of the French Armed Forces. Peace, harmony, prayer and friendship are … Continued