[Go 01] Tarbes-Lourdes
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[Go 02] Pau Pyrenees Airport
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Air France and HOP operate multiple daily flights from both Charles-de-Gaulle and Orly airports in Paris. Pau airport is approximately 40 minutes' drive away from Lourdes; a taxi would cost from €80 one way.

[Go 03] Toulouse-Blagnac
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Toulouse-Blagnac is a bigger airport that is two hours away by car. To take the train to Lourdes, transfer by bus or taxi to Matabiau station.

[Go 04] Biarritz Airport
Biarritz Airport is accessible from Lourdes by train and has flights from Paris, the UK, and Ireland by Air France, HOP!, Easyjet and Ryanair.

[See 01] Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
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The largest church of the compound, with a spire 70 m tall. Above the entrance is a mosaic depicting Pope Pius IX, who defined the dogma of the Immaculate Conception in 1854. The clock plays the Ave Maria hourly, and chimes the hours with a 2-tonne bell called Jeanne-Alphonsine.

[See 02] Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary
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A Byzantine style church finished in 1899. The nave, surmounted by a dome, contains the fifteen decades of the traditional Rosary. Surrounding the nave are each of the traditional mysteries of the Rosary (from left to right, Joyful, Glorious, and Sorrowful mysteries), each featuring a mosaic incorporated with smaller images of related themes and Latin scripts. A mosaic of Mary, whose appearance is based on Bernadette's depiction, can be seen in the upper wall of the sanctuary and written Par Marie a Jesus which means "From Mary to Jesus".

[See 03] Basilica of St. Pius X
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A basilica almost entirely underground, with a capacity of 25,000 people, and usually used for major events and notably, the International Mass (see Do). On the walls are 52 images in the gemmail style of overlapping stained glass. On the west ramp are the 15 traditional Mysteries of the Rosary, and on the east ramp are the 15 Stations of the Cross, designed by Denys de Solère. On the lower part of the east side is the series "Bernadette's Way of Light", based on sketches by René Margotton, which depict the eighteen apparitions together with two scenes from her life. There are two further images, one on each side of the entrance to the sacristy.

[See 04] Church of St. Bernadette
The most modern church, across the river from the basilicas. It was built on the exact spot where Bernadette stood during the final apparition.

[See 05] The Grotto of Massabielle
Down the large basilica is where Bernadette saw Mary, and out comes the spring water. People young and old, healthy and sick, flock from around the world to drink or wash with the miraculous water, or obtain the water for their keepsakes. You are asked to be respectful, however, to the people praying for their wishes to come true, by not speaking.

[See 06] Château Fort Musée Pyrénéen
A thousand-year-old castle at the tallest hill within the town, offering magnificent views of the valley and informative objects that tell the story of Lourdes and the Pyrenees settlers.

[See 07] The Wax Museum
Discover the life size wax figures. Learn about the story of St Bernadette's and Jesus Christ.

[See 08] Pic du Jer Funicular
Set foot at the highest viewing point of Lourdes by traveling up using a funicular. Then explore a 20,000-year-old cave that is 360 m long, and finally take a descent from the peak on foot, by a mountain bike available for rent, or again using the funicular.

[Do 01] Lake Lourdes
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A breathtaking blue lake with wonderful views of green forest and mountains. Popular with the local population for partaking in water sports and fishing.

[Do 02] Lourdes Pyrénées Golf Club
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An 18-hole par 72 golf course by Lake Lourdes with views of the Pyrénées.

[Do 03] Hautacam
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A mountain resort with ski slopes, snowshoeing, and sled rides during the winter. In summer, treat yourself to downslope rides using bikes or electric scooters. All year round, go down the slope with a luge or watch the starry skies in the observatory.

[Buy 01] Les Halles
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The local merchant market that sells fresh produce and an opportunity for savoring some French snacks.

[Eat 01] Le Seven
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An interesting place with a motor theme and American life. Warm welcome. The pizzas are very good. The waiters are pleasant and efficient.

[Eat 02] Restaurant Tibétain Lung ta
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Authentic, friendly. The momos are excellent. Traditional salted butter tea to be discovered. Great little restaurant. Great Tibetan cuisine.

[Eat 03] L'Occitan
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Very friendly welcome. Simple and delicious cuisine in a natural setting. The welcome is friendly. The cooking of burgers and the leg of lamb is perfect. Home made fries.

[Eat 04] Restaurant Pizzeria L'Angelus
Super friendly service. It's delicious and the staff are impeccable. Real Italian cuisine. Warm atmosphere.

[Eat 05] Chez Tonton's
Excellent at service and atmosphere. Generous and excellent pizzas with homemade dough and top quality toppings. Super nice owners. Very friendly family atmosphere.

[Eat 06] L'Epsylone
Excellent pizzas, a warm atmosphere, a cocoon of good humor. A simple and hearty cuisine. They have menus is a lot of languages.

[Eat 07] Castel Pizzeria Restaurant Italien
Very nice family atmosphere. Pretty tasty home made pizza. Nice and smiling people.

[Eat 08] Pizzeria da Marco
A popular Italian pizzeria that also offers other classic Italian fares. Owner often personally greets customer or otherwise baking the pizzas. Especially busy at dinnertime. Staff are friendly.

[Eat 09] Alexandra By Le Bon Sens
This small family-run restaurant specializes in local delicacies and has an intimate atmosphere.

[Eat 10] Piment Rouge
Restaurant offering dishes from the Basque area, including duck, steak, and squid as specialties.

[Eat 11] New Orleans Café
Though the name says the namesake American city (and it speaks from the design), the food is ostensibly European. Dishes include sandwiches, pastries, soups and salads. For something more filling, opt in for the paella, pizza, or lasagna. Alcoholic drinks also offered.

[Drink 01] Au Roi Albert
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European comfort food and snacks, with a seemingly extensive pub and drinks ranging from wine to beer.

[Sleep 01] Hotel Lutetia
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A modest family-run hotel near the train station with rooms overlooking the Pyrenees. Breakfast available for a fee. Near some of the cheapest places to eat in town.

[Sleep 02] Grand Hotel Moderne
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A big hotel only a short walk from the Lourdes shrine. Rooms range from singles to families with interconnected doors. Cavernous dining rooms with breakfast buffets and all-day Mediterranean offers. The friendly staff are proficient in English, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.