Basilica of St. Thérèse of Lisieux

Lisieux, Normandy, France

BasilicaNational ShrinePilgrimageSt. ThérèseCatholic pilgrimage destination

Why pilgrims come

A sacred place worth the journey.

The great pilgrimage basilica dedicated to St. Thérèse presents her Little Way through liturgy, mosaics, and the crypt.

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The pilgrim’s guide

What makes this visit meaningful

The great pilgrimage basilica dedicated to St. Thérèse presents her Little Way through liturgy, mosaics, and the crypt.

Pilgrimage focus

The great pilgrimage basilica dedicated to St. Thérèse presents her Little Way through liturgy, mosaics, and the crypt.

Plan before arrival

Check the official custodian for current worship, opening, and access information.

Feasts, anniversaries & celebrations

October 1Feast of St. Thérèse of LisieuxVerify the Sanctuary’s annual feast and pilgrimage program.

Plan the pilgrimage

One to two hours; longer for liturgy, prayer, or a guided visit

Opening hours

Check the official website for current church, museum, liturgy, and feast-day access.

Getting there

Use the official destination guidance for the final approach and verify local transit, parking, and group access before travel.

Accessibility

Historic churches and pilgrimage sites can include steps, uneven paving, crypts, slopes, or restricted areas. Confirm current access with the official custodian before travel.

Before you go

Treat this first as a living sacred place. Dress for church, avoid interrupting liturgy, and verify photography rules locally.

Official visitor information ↗Schedules and access can change. Confirm on the official site shortly before your visit.

Mass & worship

Check before you travel

Mass times have not yet been independently verified for this destination. Always confirm with the church or shrine before traveling.

Sources & confidence

1 catalog source

Sanctuary of Lisieux ↗No verification date is listed; confirm current details with the destination.