Pilgrimage to Lisbon: June 20–27, 2026

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Lisbon’s Sé Cathedral, dating back to the 12th century, is the city’s oldest church and a symbol of Catholic perseverance. With Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque influences, it holds relics of St. Vincent, Lisbon’s patron saint. Pilgrims find in it both history and a place for prayerful reflection. 

Built in the 16th century to honor Portugal’s explorers, the Monastery of Jerónimos reflects Portugal’s golden age of faith and discovery. Its intricate Manueline architecture is stunning, and its chapels inspire awe. The monastery reminds Catholics of the connection between faith, history, and Portugal’s place in Christendom. 

The Church of St. Anthony is dedicated to Lisbon’s beloved saint, born nearby in 1195. Known for his miracles and preaching, St. Anthony is one of the Church’s most popular saints. Pilgrims visit to pray for his intercession, leaving the site inspired by his humility and devotion. 

The Sanctuary of Fátima commemorates the 1917 apparitions of the Virgin Mary to three shepherd children. Millions visit yearly to pray, join candlelight processions, and seek Mary’s intercession. The Chapel of Apparitions stands at the heart, inviting pilgrims to reflect deeply on Mary’s call to conversion and peace.

Modern in design yet deeply spiritual, the Basilica of the Holy Trinity complements Fátima’s older structures. Completed in 2007, it welcomes thousands of pilgrims for Mass and confession. Its peaceful atmosphere and sacred art reflect the enduring relevance of Marian devotion in the life of the Catholic Church. 

This neoclassical basilica, completed in 1953, holds the tombs of the three shepherd children: St. Francisco, St. Jacinta, and Sister Lúcia. Its majestic colonnades embrace the faithful in prayer. The basilica is a powerful reminder of the simplicity of the children and their profound response to Mary’s call. 

Perched above the Atlantic, this sanctuary honors a miraculous intervention of the Virgin Mary in 1182, when she saved a nobleman from falling off a cliff. Pilgrims visit to venerate the ancient statue of Our Lady of Nazaré, blending devotion, miraculous tradition, and Portugal’s coastal Catholic heritage. 

At the heart of Óbidos lies the Church of Santa Maria, once a Visigothic temple. Renovated over centuries, it now reflects Renaissance beauty and devotion. Inside, pilgrims encounter sacred art and a sense of living tradition, as the church continues to anchor the Catholic identity of this medieval town. 

Óbidos as a whole offers a deeply Catholic atmosphere. Its cobblestone streets, chapels, and Marian processions highlight centuries of faith. Beyond monuments, the village is a place where Catholic tradition is woven into everyday life, inviting visitors to step back in time and witness devotion in its purest form.