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Overview

The story of Bernadette Soubirous is unique, but its spiritual approach can also be combined with a cultural and historical perspective, which will help to appreciate the spirit of Lourdes. Compared to standard city tours, this tour includes a visit to the medieval castle of Lourdes. The guide will adapt to your preferences and make your trip to Lourdes a unique and unforgettable experience.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

At the foot of the statue of Saint Joseph

Redemption Instructions

Only valid for the guided tour but not for the entrance to the castle of Lourdes (Chateau fort) to be paid by customers on the spot). Adults 7,50 euro/ 6-17 3,50 euro/ - 6 Free

Language Offered

Japanese-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

French-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. A tour that will take you to the world-famous grotto where the Virgin Lady appeared in 1858, and help you to understand from a cultural and historical point of view, the unique story of Bernadette Soubirous. We will then proceed to the different basilicas and to the fountains where you can fetch the holy water.
Duration: 60 mins
2. Entering the house where Bernadette was born, we will try to imagine what was the childhood of the Saint.
Duration: 20 mins
3. The place where the Soubirous family was living at the time of the apparitions in 1858. .
Duration: 15 mins
4. Regarding the second half of our discovery, the guide will suggest 2 options : Option 1 : we will explore the upper part of the town and try to imagine how Lourdes was before the apparitions. We will then visit the medieval castle (Chateau Fort Musée Pyrénéen) and discover its charming little museum dedicated to the arts and traditions of the Pyrenees. The view from the castle towards the sanctuaries and the city is spectacular!
Duration: 60 mins
5. Regarding the second half of our discovery, the guide will suggest 2 options : Option 2 : Spending more time on the sanctuaries to visit the basilicas + Visit of the Father's house (house that still belongs to the descendents of the Soubirous family).
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Services of a licensed/accredited guide.

Exclusion

Entrance fee to the Castle (Château fort) 7,50 euros per person.

Entrance fee to the father's house (Moulin Lacadé) 2.50 euros per person.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This tour is up to 8 persons. In case of a few people, we may have to gather 2 groups together.

Supplied by Pyrenees Travel

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