Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes
The sanctuary grounds, with the Rosary Basilica and the Upper Basilica above the esplanade.
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Lourdes: airports, things to do and where to stay
Lourdes, at the foot of the Pyrenees, has been one of the world's largest Catholic pilgrimage sites since the apparitions of the Virgin to Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. It welcomes millions of visitors a year.
Lourdes airports
From the airport to central Lourdes
Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées airport is about 10 km from central Lourdes.
Navette AERO
Direct shuttle to central Lourdes (avenue du Paradis) for €3, timed to match scheduled flights.
TL / T7
Line TL links the airport with Tarbes and Lourdes train stations almost hourly; line T7 runs to Tarbes station. No service on Sundays or public holidays.
Taxi
Taxis and ride-hailing outside the terminal. Lourdes is about 15 min away by road and Tarbes about 20 min.
Lourdes
Things to do in Lourdes
Grotte de Massabielle
The grotto of the apparitions, heart of the pilgrimage, where candles burn day and night.
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Château fort de Lourdes
Medieval fortress on a rocky outcrop in the town centre, housing a Pyrenean museum.
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Pic du Jer
A century-old funicular climbs to this summit with views over Lourdes and the Pyrenees.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Lourdes?
Lourdes is served by Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées (LDE).
How far is the airport from central Lourdes?
Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées airport is about 10 km from central Lourdes.
How do I get from the airport to central Lourdes?
From Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées airport you can take Navette AERO (bus), TL / T7 (bus), and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Lourdes?
Highlights of Lourdes include Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes, Grotte de Massabielle, Château fort de Lourdes, and Pic du Jer.
Photo credits
- Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Lourdes: Moahim, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Grotte de Massabielle: Mentnafunangann, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Château fort de Lourdes: W. Bulach, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Pic du Jer: Sotos, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons