Location: Lourdes
Top Things to do in Lourdes
What to do and see in Lourdes, Occitanie: The Best Museums
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. Chateau Fort of Lourdes
Overall Ratings
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!
2. Musee de la Medaille Miraculeuse
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
3. Moulin de Boly - Maison Natale de Bernadette
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4.5 based on 471 reviews
Reviewed By TjRomesh
Definitely one should visit this place when you go to Lourdes. It's only 10mins from the Church which is guided by a blue line. The house is well preserved. Its precisely drawing the picture how her life was in that era.
4. Le Petit Lourdes
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4.5 based on 229 reviews
THE VILLAGE OF LOURDES IN 1858 A wonderful reconstruction in stone based on the description from authentic documents. The visitor will be able to walk round the old lourdes of the time of the apparitions in a natural open landscape, with its houses, brooks and historical monuments reproduced in a beautiful garden of flowers and bonsais.
Reviewed By janicetV749IM
A real jewel. Tucked away at the end of "hotel row" along the Gave, this re-creation of Lourdes at the time of the Apparitions was extremely useful in helping me see how it had all happened in 1858, as the town now has changed beyond recognition. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable, and are in fact descendants of the man who created the miniature village. Beautifully and skillfully done, not to be missed in any trip to Lourdes.
5. Musee Pyreneen de Lourdes
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4.5 based on 57 reviews
Reviewed By rickdd2016 - Gosport, United Kingdom
This museum is always worth going to. It follows the history of the area and is very informative. The displays are all in French but there are laminated sheets in various languages, including English, Dutch and German.
