Lourdes News Bulletin - Monday, 25 August 2025

Lourdes welcomed pilgrims and visitors today with its customary blend of spiritual devotion, cultural entertainment, and mild, overcast weather.

Spiritual Highlights

At 15:00, the Holy Rosary was broadcast live from the Grotto of Massabielle, drawing the faithful from around the world to pray for peace and healing. Later, at 17:00, the Eucharistic Procession set out from the Prairie podium, making its way to the underground Basilica of Saint‐Pius X for adoration and blessing of pilgrims, particularly those who are ill.

Cultural Events

In the town centre, the annual “Terrasse en fête” concert enlivened the afternoon, featuring local artist Pierre Vincent performing contemporary and traditional tunes on the refurbished outdoor terrace. Families and tourists gathered to enjoy refreshments and live music in the shade of plane trees.

Weather Report

Early this morning at Tarbes-Lourdes-Pyrénées Airport, conditions were calm and clear with a temperature of 19 °C and light variable winds. Skies became increasingly overcast later in the day, though no significant precipitation was recorded by mid‐morning; visibility remained excellent throughout.

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