What Time Is the Procession in Lourdes

From April to October, every evening at 9 p.m., the highlight of the day for pilgrims and visitors to Lourdes is the Marian Torchlight Procession.

What happens at 9pm every night in Lourdes?

Candlelit procession As part of a tradition that began in 1872, from April to the end of October, every night at 9pm, the Marian Torchlight Procession travels from the prairie to The Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary. Pilgrims join the march, bearing candles and torches as well as statues of the Virgin Mary.

What is the Torchlight Marian Procession Lourdes?

The Torchlight Marian Procession takes place each evening at 9.00 pm as it has done since 1872. … During the Procession, the pilgrims walk in groups behind their pilgrimage banner. Everyone is invited to carry a lighted candle in their hand as a reminder of Baptism.

Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

Share this article
Twitter Facebook Pinterest