Pope Leo XIV visit expected to boost Lourdes economy

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What happened

The town of Lourdes in southern France will be the second stop on Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the country, following his time in Paris.

Around 150,000 people are expected to attend a mass led by the pontiff at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes on Sunday.

Key facts

  • Around 150,000 people are expected to attend a mass led by the pontiff at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes on Sunday.
  • Reported by France 24 and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 12:31:16 UTC.

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