Location: Lourdes
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Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Lourdes, Occitanie
As the French would say, Lourdes, c’est magnifique. Nestled in the southwestern Pyrénees, its status as a pilgrimage center was largely cemented by the sighting of the Virgin Mary at the The Grotto of Massabielle. The city abounds with religious activity, with opportunities to attend mass, say the Rosary as part of the daily Candlelight Procession, or visit holy sites like the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The Cirque de Gavarnie offers opportunities to experience breathtaking mountain beauty, such as the tiered Gavarnie Falls.
Restaurants in Lourdes
1. Detours Pyreneens
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5.0 based on 156 reviews
Deeply proud and attached to our region, strongly marked by a Pyrenean nature, we are a family run company that aims to help you discover the treasures of Lourdes and our beautiful Pyrenees. We've created a diversified range of excursions, we can arrange your transfers, and tours on request or organize your travels for personal, business or associative reasons.
2. Cafe Sainte Marie
3. Basilique de l’Immaculee Conception
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5.0 based on 232 reviews
Reviewed By JW_Dam - Nijmegen, The Netherlands
The basilique was blessed on August 15, 1871 and consecrated in July 1876. The stained glass in the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception retrace the history of the Virgin Mary until the proclamation of the dogma of the Immaculate Conception by Pope Pius IX in 1854 and the Apparitions of Lourdes in 1858. This same Pie IX is represented on a medallion above the entrance of the Crypt. Surely worthwhile to visit
4. Grotte de Massabielle
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5.0 based on 1,431 reviews
Reviewed By HappySharingCompany - Altorf, France
Lovely experience to visit Lourdes once upon a time and pray while also benefitting of the Holy waters Sources.
5. Chapelle de l'Adoration.
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5.0 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By richarda470 - Miami, United States
Dominant vista on a hill to view from afar, Surprisingly intimate once within church..Grotto only 200 feet on side by the flowing river. A beautiful calming experience to be shared with loved ones.
6. Le Via Crucis/ Way of the Cross/ Chemin de Croix
7. Sanctuaire Notre Dame de Lourdes
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4.5 based on 4,717 reviews
Reviewed By laurencC2840FK - Paris, France
Through walking the cute quiet town of montemarte, which has tons of quirky art and souvenir shops, you reach the beautiful church and climb up to the dome. Lots of stairs so be prepared but worth it.
8. Chateau Fort of Lourdes
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4.5 based on 971 reviews
Reviewed By michaelsX3039KB - New York City, United States
Lourdes is said to be the place where heaven touches the earth. Whilst the Sanctuary for Christian pilgrims represents heaven, this medieval castle symbolizes the earth walking in its botanical garden, dwelling in the intimate museum of the Pyrenees, or visiting the Notre Dame du Chateau (where the original tabernacle of St. Bernadette's Church can be admired and the original cross of Jesus and the statues of St. Peter and Paul) is just a celebration for the eyes as they notice stunning views on the beautiful town of Lourdes, the churches & cathedrals, the Sanctuary along the river Gave, and the majestic snow-covered mountains the local staff doesn't speak much English (hey this is no Chicago), but quite friendly and fairly customer-oriented (not money minded at all), and the General Manager who I believe has a background in the history of fine arts often organizes sublime exhibitions on Lourdes and the Pyrenees for master Rodin aficionados, there is a sanguine drawing from the sculpture August Rodin tucked in the exhibition room right from the majestic tower. Enjoy your visit in this must see historical monument on your journey toward eternity!
9. Pic du Jer
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4.5 based on 700 reviews
The Pic du Jer, towering over the town, is recognizable by its large cross which is illuminated at night. You can get there by a hundred-year-old funicular railway which takes you to the summit at an altitude of 1000 metres in a few minutes; it's a charming trip. At the top, a gentle path takes you to the summit, where you will discover a unique panoramic viewpoint offering a 360° view over Lourdes, Tarbes, Pau, the Argeles-Gazost valley and the summits of the Pyrenees.
