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8 Beautiful Shrines of Europe

Pilgrims have travelled across Europe and the world for many centuries, visiting sacred relics and the resting place of saints. Today we introduce you to some of the most beautiful

Mass in Santiago de Compostela

Attending mass in Santiago de Compostela Cathedral is a very special part of any pilgrimage to the city of Saint James. The Cathedral hosts several services each day, as well

Things to do in Medjugorje

Medjugorje is a tiny village in Bosnia & Herzegovina but welcomes thousands of pilgrims each year looking to visit its main religious sites and meet the visionaries. Today we share

Special places to see in Assisi, home of Saint Francis

We introduce you to the most special places to see in Assisi, homeplace of Saint Francis and Saint Claire.

Special Places: Hungarian Stations of the Cross in Fatima

Elsa from the Joe Walsh Tours team in Fatima, Portugal, shares the history and significance of the Hungarian Stations of the Cross at the shrine. The Hungarian Stations of the

What are the three secrets of Fatima?

The three secrets of Fatima are the prophecies or messages given by Our Lady to the three shepherd children, Lucia dos Santos, Fancisco and Jacinta Marto; during her apparitions in

Things to do in Santiago de Compostela

Destination of pilgrims for centuries, Santiago de Compostela is much more than the last stop on your Camino de Santiago journey. Today we share our favourite things to do in

5 Beautiful shrines of France

Let us take you on a virtual journey to the most beautiful shrines of France, a journey of spirituality visiting the country's most special sites of Catholic devotion. LISIEUX In

Special Places: Santiago de Compostela Cathedral

As Camino pilgrims reach Monte do Gozo, the Mount of Joy, they can catch a first glimpse of their destination: the magnificent Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. This place marks the

Special Places: Betharram

Caroline, who leads our team in Lourdes, shares the history of Betharram an important place of pilgrimage and place of a miracle of Our Lady. While in Lourdes pilgrims might like

5 wonderful day trips from Lourdes

As well as being one of the world’s most important Marian shrines and pilgrimage destinations, Lourdes is also located in a region, the Pyrenees, of stunning natural beauty and culture.

Spiritual preparation for your pilgrimage

Spiritual preparation for your pilgrimage is important for you as a pilgrim, as it will help you make the most of this rewarding journey and deeply personal experience. Whether you

Special Places: Lourdes Old Presbytery

Caroline, who leads our team in Lourdes, shares the interesting story of Bernadette and her first visit to what is known today as Lourdes Old Presbytery. On the 2nd March

Things to do on your pilgrimage to Rome

Home of Popes and Saints, cradle of Christianity and also of Western civilisation... There are many extraordinary holy sites to visit and things to do on a pilgrimage to Rome,

Special Places: Bartres Lourdes

The small village of Bartres is situated in the countryside about 5kms from the town of Lourdes. When St Bernadette was about 10 months old her mother Louise Soubirous was

Easter Pilgrimages 2022 from Ireland

Easter or Holy Week is the most sacred time of the year and also a very special time for pilgrimage. At Joe Walsh Tours we have a selection of wonderful

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