As part of his apostolic journey to France, Pope Leo XIV will be in Lourdes on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September 2026. Nearly 150,000 people are expected.
As part of his apostolic journey to France, Pope Leo XIV will be in Lourdes on Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September 2026. Nearly 150,000 people are expected.
Despite the religious importance, the number of visitors to Lourdes has decreased. Hotel reservations fell 17.7% between 2012 and 2024 and local entrepreneurs hope that the visit of Leo XIV will help to regain the attractiveness of the French city.