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Lourdes Sanctuary in May 2025
THE DIOCESE of Limerick has officially announced its annual pilgrimage to Lourdes, taking place summer next year.
All groups will depart in June 2026 and will be led by the Bishop of Limerick, Most Reverend Brendan Leahy.
For 2026, pilgrims can choose between a 5-night pilgrimage, departing on June 19, and a 6-night pilgrimage, departing on June 18.
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Both trips will be flying directly from Shannon Airport to Lourdes.
A detailed programme of activities at the Sanctuary has been prepared by the Joe Walsh Tours team in Dublin and Lourdes in conjunction with the Diocese.
These activities will include, visits to the places associated with Saint Bernadette and a guided walking tour of the Grotto Domain visiting the Grotto, the Baths, the Basilicas and the Stations of the Cross.
Pilgrims will also have the opportunity to take part in the Blessing of the Sick, the Blessed Sacrament and the Torchlight Processions.
All bookings and enquiries should be made through the Limerick Diocesan Centre, St Munchins, Corbally, Limerick V94 925C.
To contact by phone you can ring 061-350000 or email lourdespilgrimage@limerickdiocese.org. For more details you can visit joewalshtours.ie.
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