VISIT

In Lourdes, the Cité Saint-Pierre opens its doors to you for a guided tour or a self-guided visit, in the heart of a space dedicated to charity and encounters.

La Cité Saint-Pierre One mission, one story

Guided tour Find out more...

Accompanied by a volunteer from the Cité Saint-Pierre, delve into the heart of its history and its mission as a home for Secours Catholique.

In an exceptional natural setting, discover a daring project that is now celebrating its 70th anniversary: the creation of a cité secours in Lourdes, dedicated to pilgrims living in precarious situations.

A place of evangelical beauty, where peace touches hearts.

The tour is available in French, English, Italian, Spanish, German and Dutch, subject to the availability of a volunteer who speaks the language.

Self-guided tour Take a stroll...

At your own pace and according to your desires…

A visit booklet will be available to enhance your experience and guide you throughout your discovery.

It is available in French, English, Italian, Spanish, German and Dutch.

ExploreEmblematic locations

The Chapelle Sainte-Bernadette, the symbol of the Cité Saint-Pierre, is an exact replica of the sheepfold at Bartrès, where Bernadette tended the sheep.

The Cathédrale de Verdure, a veritable open-air theatre nestling in the heart of a natural environment, in the middle of a chestnut grove.

You can also enjoy a panoramic view of the town of Lourdes, from its fortified castle to the Pic du Jer.

And there’s so much more to discover…