Why pilgrims come
Understand the Marian devotion rooted in Pontmain
A basilica built at the site of the 1871 apparition known as Our Lady of Hope.
Devotional record1 apparition eventRecognized as an authentic apparition by the diocesan bishop
Research trail1 catalog sourceVerification date not listed
Pilgrim planningConfirm before travelingWorship times and access can change
TraditionCatholic
Feasts, anniversaries & celebrations
Anniversary of the apparition at PontmainJanuary 17 marks the 1871 apparition remembered under the title Our Lady of Hope.
Apparition timeline
1 recorded apparition dates
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Apparition of Our Lady of Hope at Pontmain
How to read this page
Sources, tradition, and what is verified
Source trail1 cited catalog source
No verification date is listed, so current visitor details should be confirmed directly.
Editorial standard
This page records the site’s tradition as “Catholic.” That wording describes the nature of the claim and keeps devotional tradition distinct from independently verified history.