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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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.
What's included
Services of a licensed/accredited guide.
Entrance castle fort (8 per person)
Entrance to the Moulin Lacadé (2.50 euros per person)
What to expect
Sanctuaire Notre Dame De Lourdes
1h
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.
Moulin de Boly - Maison Natale de Bernadette
20m
Entering the house where Bernadette was born, we will try to imagine what was the childhood of the Saint.
Le Cachot
15m
The place where the Soubirous family was living at the time of the apparitions in 1858. .
Chateau Fort of Lourdes
1h · Admission ticket not included
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!
Moulin Lacade - Maison Paternelle de Sainte Bernadette
1h · Admission ticket not included
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).
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
At the foot of the statue of Saint Joseph
End point
At the foot of the statue of Saint Joseph
Additional information
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.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.