In the heart of Lourdes, Sur la Tête des Canards invites you to savour hearty and friendly regional cuisine. Specialising in dishes cooked on a plancha and bottles to share, the restaurant offers authentic dishes that showcase the flavours of the South-West. In a bright room with a large window overlooking the street, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, ideal for a meal with friends or family.

Closed Monday evenings, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays

A stone's throw from the sanctuary, O Piment Rouge invites you to savour A traditional cuisine from the Basque Country and Bigorre in a Warm and friendly atmosphere. Eva and Franck, passionate about their region, offer Homemade dishes based on fresh produce, such as homemade foie gras with Espelette pepper, chipirons or mushroom omelette. The restaurant's colourful and typical setting reflects the spirit of the Southwest, ideal for a meal with family, friends or a romantic partner.

Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays

In the heart of Lourdes, Les 100 Culottes welcomes you in a warm and friendly atmosphere, from Morning to evening. Whether you're looking for a coffee, a quick lunch, a drink with friends, or a tapas dinner, the team offers you Homemade, fresh, and local cuisine, using produce from the market halls, often organic.. In the evenings, it's time for conviviality with sharing platters, homemade cocktails, and lively evenings: karaoke, DJs or live music.

Closed on Sundays

Located at 3 avenue du Paradis, on the first floor of an elegant hotel, Le Perchoir offers refined French cuisine highlighting local and seasonal produce. With a pleasant view of the Gave de Pau, The restaurant offers a cosy setting and a convivial atmosphere, ideal for a memorable lunch or dinner.

Every day – lunch and dinner

Located on the peaceful shores of Lake Lourdes, L'Embarcadère invites you to savour a traditional French cuisine in a green and peaceful setting. Enjoy home-made dishes such as foie gras, gourmet salads, grilled meats and homemade desserts, all while admiring the lake view. After your meal, you can relax by the lake, hire a pedal boat or stroll along the greenway.

Closed Monday evenings and Tuesdays

Located in the Place de l'Église, Le Divin invites you to discover the Flavours of Portugal in a Warm and friendly atmosphere. Chef Fabio Da Silva-Batista, a passionate self-taught cook, offers Home cooking made from local produce, with dishes such as cod risotto, citrus prawns flambéed in brandy, or the famous pastéis de nata. Each day, the menu evolves to offer new creations inspired by Portuguese traditions.

Closed Sundays, Mondays, Tuesday evenings

and Wednesday evenings

“Located in the heart of Lourdes, Alexandra by Le Bon Sens invites you on a gourmet journey combining Traditional cuisine and modern creations. Fresh produce, authentic flavours and a friendly atmosphere Make every meal a unique experience.”

French and Basque cuisine

Closed Sundays at lunchtime and all day Mondays

“Discover the gastronomy of Lourdes thanks to a 4-hour circuit alliant a lovely walk and delicious tastings”

April to October

Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

Departure from the Tourist Office

“Discover Jurançon wines, famous for their fruity flavours and finesse, from dry to sweet. Enjoy visits to authentic vineyards and cellars, enjoy local wines and be seduced by a unique terroir in the heart of the Pyrenees. Discover, for example: Domaine Bellegarde, Domaine de Cinquau, Clos Lapeyre.”

Enquire with the domains

Between 45 and 50 km from Lourdes

“Its 19th-century architecture catches the eye. Passing through its doors, you discover all local culinary expertise and meet producers and local traders ready to introduce you to all the specialities of the Pyrenees.”

March to October – every day

October to December – Monday to Saturday

Enter the oldest chocolate factory in France, Founded in 1729 in Lourdes. Between tradition and indulgence, the Maison Pailhasson invites you to discover its exceptional creations: pralines, ganaches, and chocolate bars with unique expertise. A delicious stop steeped in history.”

Closed on Sundays and Mondays

“A guided tasting around of beers brewed in Lourdes, accompanied by local chocolates … a perfect match…”

Every Thursday – April to October

Several possible locations

“Savour the Black Pig of Bigorre during a tasting workshop combining tradition and exceptional flavours.”

All year round

By reservation

“Retreat to quietude or discover the serenity of a sacred place by night.”

April to October

Every evening – 6pm-1am

Torches: 9pm

The Lourdes pilgrimages take place all year round, even if the period from Easter to All Saints' Day concentrates the majority of large gatherings.

Several types of pilgrimages can be distinguished:

– The Diocesan and national pilgrimages organised by dioceses or entire nations (like the National Pilgrimage around August 15th), they bring together thousands of people.

– The Specialised group pilgrimages : such as the International Military Pilgrimage, the Firefighters' Pilgrimage, the Hospitaliers' Pilgrimage, or those dedicated to young people, the sick and disabled people.

– The Individual pilgrimages numerous visitors and tourists come throughout the year, particularly during the low season, for a more personal and quieter spiritual journey.

April to October

“The Sainte-Bernadette Festivals are one of the most important events for the inhabitants of Lourdes. Namely, celebrated in August, these festivities honour the memory of Saint Bernadette Soubirous, the young shepherdess at the origin of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary in 1858. The celebrations include processions, special masses and concerts, creating a unique festive and religious atmosphere.”

August

“The Saint-Jean festivities take place every year at the end of June. All the more reason to celebrate the start of summer with bonfires, concerts and outdoor entertainment. The St John's bonfires, lit in the different districts of the town, symbolise the transition from winter to summer and are accompanied by popular festivities.”

End of June

During the months of July and August, the city offers a series of free, outdoor events. The programme includes: night markets, a gourmet village, a storytelling walk by the lake, a medieval tour, sports and wellness sessions, an open-air cinema, live music on the terrace, ... for all audiences, both tourists and locals.

July – August

Lourdes plays a recurring and important role in the history of the Tour de France due to its strategic position at the foot of the Pyrenees. The town often serves as Starting point for mountain stages and arrival point for the most difficult ascents.

July

“If you're looking for a festive and friendly atmosphere, don't miss the Lourdes Carnival. This colourful and joyful festival takes place every year in February. It then celebrates the local traditions with float parades, flamboyant costumes, music and dancing. So it's a perfect opportunity to discover the festive and popular culture of Lourdes.”

February

The National Celebration is marked by a large popular gathering. The evening begins with street concerts, before culminating in a grand pyrosymphonic spectacle shot near the castle. The festivities often end with a Public dance, enabling everyone to celebrate this special evening together.

13 July

Immerse yourself in the world of local breweries at the Pyrénées Craft Beer Festival in Lourdes. Tastings, live music and gourmet specialities promise you a friendly and festive moment in the heart of the Pyrenees.”

In September

Each year, Lourdes hosts the International Festival of the Grotto of Lourdes, a landmark event that brings together from artists, musicians and pilgrims to celebrate spirituality through music, dance and performances.This festival attracts thousands of visitors each summer and offers from open-air concerts, artistic performances and theatre shows, while focusing on Christian faith and culture.

July or August

For music lovers, the Sacred Music Festival of Lourdes is an unmissable event. Organised every spring, this festival brings together internationally renowned choirs and orchestras for Sacred music concerts in the most beautiful venues in Lourdes, especially in the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception and other historical sites.

Generally in May

“Museum which reliving the life of Bernadette, the Message of Lourdes and the construction of the Sanctuary.”

All year round

Free entry

“House where Bernadette was born in 1844. She spent her first ten years there.» when she became a boarder in 1860.”

All year round

Free entry

“12m one-off2 (old prison) inhabited by Bernadette and his family at the time of the apparitions in 1858.”

All year round

Free entry

“House where Bernadette's parents lived when she became a boarder in 1860.”

April to October

“Place where Bernadette made her first communion.”

All year round

January to April / November and December: by reservation

April to October: no reservation

“In the parish church, there is a font. Where Bernadette was baptised in 1844, and the tomb of Abbé Peymarale (in the Crypt)”

All year round

Free entry

“The Many people from Bernadette's time rest here. : certain witnesses of the apparitions, the Soubirous family, the mistress of novices, as well as numerous hospital workers.”

“Presbytery where Bernadette came to report on the apparitions. to Abbé Peyramale in 1858.”

All year round

The Sanctuary of Lourdes refers to the complex of places of pilgrimage, including the Grotto of Massabielle, where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared. They include several basilicas and places of worship which welcome millions of visitors each year.

All year round

Discover the Lourdes miniature village, as it was in Bernadette's time.

February to October

The Lourdes Wax Museum trace the history of the apparitions of the Virgin Mary. It stages life-size wax figures in settings recreating the key moments of the era.

Spring / Summer

fortress. Medieval fortress who dominates the city. It houses the Pyrenean Museum, and offers a Exceptional panorama over the city and surrounding mountains.

All year round

Discover the Medal Factory: Unique expertise since 1946.

All year round

The Massabielle Grotto is the heart of the Sanctuary of Lourdes. It is the place where the Virgin Mary is said to have appeared to Bernadette Soubirous in 1858.

She is the main place of pilgrimage, where millions of visitors and pilgrims come to reflect, pray, and drink the water from the spring that gushes forth there, considered miraculous.

All year round

“The Bétharram Cave is one of the most beautiful caves in France. Its particularity is that it can be visited in three parts: on foot, by boat on an underground river, then by small train. It extends across both the Hautes-Pyrénées and the Pyrénées-Atlantiques.”

All year round

Explore the Historical candle factory of Lourdes, open since 1928.

Spring / Summer

The epicentre of Lourdes is a Seismic risk information centre, because the Lourdes region is one of the most seismic in France.

It offers exhibitions, interactive models, and even an earthquake simulator.

April to October

The surroundings of Lourdes are rich in spa towns. Each has its speciality:

Cauterets for respiratory and rheumatic conditions.

Luz-Saint-Sauveur for rheumatology and gynaecology.

Argelès-Gazost specialising in phlebology and rheumatology.

Bagnères-de-Bigorre for rheumatology and wellness areas.

All year round

“Enjoy care relaxants, stimulants ou magnétiques provided by Merete, a complementary therapy practitioner in our dedicated wellness chalet: relaxing, sports, holistic, Californian massage, etc., lymphatic drainage, foot reflexology, reiki, lithotherapy, positive psychology, mil-therapy, ionisation detox, brightness-relaxotherapy.”

All year round

“The wellness area of the Lourdes aquatic centre is equipped of a whirlpool bath, steam room, two saunas, a relaxation area and three massage showers. It is important to note that access to this space is 18 and over only. Swim shorts are also prohibited throughout the resort.”

All year round

“The «Parc de Lescar» is actually Exotic Park, one Zoo vivarium located near Pau. Specialising in reptiles and insects, It also houses other exotic animals such as monkeys and llamas. It’s an ideal outing for lovers of unusual wildlife.”

All year round

“The Asson Zoo is a Human-sized zoo. It houses nearly 500 animals, including rare species such as the white tiger, red panda, and snow leopard.”

All year round

“The Parc Chloro'Fil is a Adventure park who offers tree-top trekking, white-water rafting and electric scooter rides. It's the ideal place for a day of leisure with family or friends, with activities for all ages.”

April to November

“The park offers Summer activities such as Mountain Luge, Zippy Bike, Dévalkart, tubing, as well as and All-terrain scooter trail. In winter, the site offers activities such as the toboggan slide, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and scooter or all-terrain kart descents. The park also has a catering area, changing rooms with showers, a fitness trail and a children's playground.”

All year round

“The Parc Animalier des Pyrénées is a pZoo arc Renamed, ranked among the most beautiful in France. It covers14 hectares and houses nearly 500 animals, Don't des ours, wolves and marmots. The park is distinguished by its animals living in semi-freedom and its unusual accommodations where it is possible to sleep as close as possible to the animals.

April to August – October Bank Holidays and Weekends

“Hop on the little electric train to a stroll through the historic heart of the city.”

February to October

Departure from Porte St-Joseph or opposite the Tourist Office

“The Eagle's Den is a Birds of prey flying display, presented within the precinct of a medieval castle. It's a unique experience to admire eagles, vultures and falcons in full flight.”

April to November

“The Lourdes Aquatic Centre is ideal for a fun family day out. The children can have fun in the learning pool and outdoor spaces, while the parents enjoy the sports pool or wellness area with a sauna and jacuzzi. It’s the perfect place for everyone to find their enjoyment.”

All year round

“The Pirates' Wood is one Children's adventure game trails, located gold Seine of the Chloro'Fil Park.

This wooden trail offers a range of games and activities, such as playhouses and a treasure hunt, specially designed for younger children (from 2 years old). It's the ideal place for young explorers to have fun safely, away from the more sporting treetop adventure courses.”

April to November

“Farm of Bon'Air is a Educational farm invites you to discover the world of agriculture and interact with animals. It offers fun activities and workshops for families.”

April to end of October

“The Lourdes region offers you Numerous mountain bike trails from the town. From enduro to downhill, as well as family rides, that's over 1000km of trails that criss-cross the valleys.

Lourdes is also the ideal starting point for setting off to conquer the Legendary Pyrenean passes, regularly used by the Tour de France: Tourmalet, Hautacam, Soulor…”

All year round

“For walking enthusiasts, a marked trail can be reached on foot the Pic du Jer summit. It's a beautiful climb through the forest which offers on arrival a Unrivalled panorama of Lourdes and the Pyrenees mountain range. A sporting and invigorating experience.”

Spring – Summer – Autumn

“O2 Lourdes, on the edge of Lourdes Lake, offers water sports for everyone: stand up paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking and rafting on the Gave de Pau. The base has changing rooms, a lounge area, a playground and parking to fully enjoy the day with family or friends.”

Spring – Summer – Autumn

“Nestled to the west of Lake Lourdes, discover the peat bog, a listed site. at Natura 2000 zone since 2006. In this seemingly hostile place, develop an endemic flora and fauna.”

All year round

“An impressive amphitheatre, of rare perfection, 5.5km in diameter and 1500m high, crowned with 17 peaks of 3000m altitude. A UNESCO World Heritage Site to visit by donkey, on horseback or simply on foot”

All year round

“A few minutes from the town centre, Lake Lourdes stretches out, of glacial origin. You are diving into a Postcard scenery, sources of calm and Numerous outdoor activities.”

All year round

“A unique viewpoint that offers a breathtaking view in the city and the Pyrenees. It's via a funicular railway for over 100 years that you have been accessing the summit (948m).»

Funicular ascent – Cable car, mountain bike or on foot descent) 

Free visit (departures every 20 minutes) 

Every day – from April to November