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Lourdes, a small town in the Pyrenees in southwestern France, became world-famous in 1858 through the Marian apparitions of the young Bernadette Soubirous. Since then, Lourdes has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites of the Catholic Church. Millions of pilgrims visit the Grotto of Massabielle every year to pray or draw water from the spring. The place combines deep spirituality with a quiet, haunting atmosphere and the hope of healing.

Small pebble beach offering a panoramic view of the lake with the Pyrenees in the background

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After the first few steps through the forest, you pass through a small village. The path leads directly to the lake. From the path, you can see the lake below.

It's only a short walk from the jetty in the lake. From up here, you have a view of the lake below.

There's a small jetty that leads out onto the lake. From here, you have a beautiful view of the lake and the surrounding area.

This church in the internationally important Marian pilgrimage site of Lourdes is not simply dedicated to the Mother of God; it often has additional titles dedicating it to a church feast such as her "Immaculate Conception," Nativity, or Assumption. The patronage chosen for this basilica, however, bears a special suffix: the Rosary. This refers to a prayer that was very popular in popular piety in earlier times and is still practiced today in many parishes and private households (at least among the older generation). It is particularly popular on foot pilgrimages, for example, because the repetition of the individual decades by the prayer leader and the response of the worshippers easily creates a meditative atmosphere. According to ancient tradition, there were three versions that were meditated on while praying: + the Joyful Mysteries + the Sorrowful Mysteries + the Glorious Mysteries Pope John Paul II (Karol Wojtyla) added + the Luminous Mysteries.

The Chapel of Reconciliation is a place for active believers. Here, prayer reaches new depths, and believers gain a deeper understanding of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The chapel was formerly part of the Way of the Cross, but has been relocated since 1988. In front of the chapel stands a majestic statue of Saint Vianney in prayer.