Papal Visit to Lourdes Draws Massive Pilgrimage, Boosting Local Tourism
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Pope Leo XIV is visiting Lourdes, France, as part of a four-day trip to the country. The visit is attracting a massive influx of visitors to the Marian shrine. Organizers stated that while the average stay might be 20,000 people, the Sunday Mass is expected to draw around 150,000 attendees.
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Why it matters
Lourdes is known for having the highest concentration of hotels in France outside of Paris. The influx of pilgrims and tourists is driving up business for local establishments. Hotel owners are noting that they are capitalizing on the increased numbers during the visit.
Pope Leo XIV is visiting France for a state visit, where he will meet President Macron and hold mass in Lourdes.
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Who's involved
- LourdesPilgrimage site currently hosting the papal visit.
- Leo XIVThe focus of the pilgrimage, whose visit drives the tourist influx.
- Joseph TedescoA hotel owner whose business is situated in Lourdes.
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Pope Leo XIV is visiting France for a state visit, where he will meet President Macron and hold mass in Lourdes.Also in this story
- Pope Leo XIV opened his trip at Élysée Palace.
- The Vatican held its first state visit to France in 18 years, with the Pope meeting President Macron.
- Pope Leo XIV is visiting France for a series of events, including influencing educational policy on the ground.
- Emmanuel Macron hosted the visiting pontiff in Lourdes, drawing international attention to the pilgrimage.