Lieux religieux à Lourdes

Religious Sites of Lourdes

Lourdes is one of the world's most significant Catholic pilgrimage destinations. This list covers the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes, featuring the Neo-Gothic Immaculate Conception Basilica and the massive underground Minor Basilica of St. Pius X. Beyond the main complex, the collection includes the 19th-century Parish Church of the Sacred Heart and specialized religious sites like the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church. Peaceful monastic retreats, such as the Dominican and Carmelite monasteries, offer a quieter perspective on the town's spiritual heritage.

Religious Sites of Lourdes — Carte

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A

Sanctuary of Lourdes

Major Catholic pilgrimage site and Marian shrine established following reported apparitions in 1858. The extensive domain features several basilicas and a sacred spring located within a grotto.

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B

Basilica of our Lady of the Rosary of Lourdes

The Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary is a Roman Catholic church and minor basilica within the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in France.

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C

Immaculate Conception Basilica

Neo-Gothic minor basilica and pilgrimage site constructed in the late 19th century above the Grotto of Massabielle. It features a prominent spire and extensive stained-glass windows depicting religious history.

D

Minor Basilica of St. Pius X

The Basilica of Saint Pius X, informally known as the Underground Basilica, is a large Roman Catholic church and minor basilica, located in…

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E

Parish Church of The Sacred Heart

This beautiful parish church, built to replace a destroyed one, is an interesting sight. Courageous tourists can explore its crypt.

F

Church of Saint Bernadette

This modern church was built opposite the Grotto, on the spot where Bernadette saw the apparition. It is a very interesting building indeed!

G

Monastère des Dominicaines

Founded in 1889, this monastery is home to a community of Dominican contemplative sisters. It is situated on a hillside overlooking the sanctuary grounds.

H

Carmel de Lourdes

Established in 1876, this convent houses a community of Carmelite nuns. It is located across the Gave de Pau river, directly facing the Grotto of Massabielle.

I

Église Catholique Ukrainienne

Consecrated in 1972, this Ukrainian Greek Catholic church features traditional Byzantine architecture and is decorated with vibrant interior frescoes and icons.