One of the most desired activities when visiting Lourdes is, of course, the baths. Being immersed in the baths is something most pilgrims look forward to. However, as of late December 2022, the baths remain closed for actual immersion, but they have developed an alternative plan.
Here is what they say on their official site:
For health reasons and to respect physical and social distancing, bathing is not possible at the moment. Accompanied by the Hospitallers of Our Lady of Lourdes, the spiritual approach of the gesture of water consists of drinking Lourdes water and washing your face, in this symbolic place of swimming pools, full of stories, prayers and of thanks.
Furthermore, there is this information about the water from the taps at Lourdes:
The Taps
Located at the bridge next to the arches, these taps have sufficient pressure to allow you to fill any containers that you might want to take back for yourself or your loved ones. Be aware, for those traveling by air, most airlines and countries will not allow you to carry liquids on board. Rules vary, and in many cases a small bottle inside a secure plastic bag may be allowed.
For U.S.A. travelers, 3.4-ounce containers (or smaller) and then placed in one clear, quart-sized bag.
Check with your airline first.
Do you know a safe website to start a petition to ask for signatures to reopen the pools of Lourdes sanctuary?
I am no longer going there because of this they will lose pilgrims.
It is very sad, that they still have not opened the baths. If you believe in the miracles of Lourdes, why would you doubt our Mother’s and Our Lord’s hands protecting the pilgrims from any disease. It’s terrible what they have done. May God have mercy on France😔🙏
Hello will the baths be open in July 2023?
To the best of our knowledge, the baths will not be open for full immersion. You can participate in the “water gesture” as mentioned in our blog post.
Hi admin,
I am looking forward to coming to Lourdes in September, as we won’t be able to use the pool to bathe ourselves, what actually happens, who does what? Grateful for your response.
Do you think the bath will open September/2023. I’m thinking to visit.
Will the bath be open in March 2023 thank you
I do not think the baths will be open, but they are blessing people with the water from Lourdes. Best that you contact the shrine itself.
Looking for advice on if we need to make some sort of reservation for the Grotto and/or the baths. My husband and I are visiting Lourdes on August 18. Would appreciate any help and tips.
Dear Beth,
No reservations are required…but if you are only there for one day then try to get to the baths early, since wait times are shorter then. And…be prepared…the water is cold…but worth it.
Is the Lourdes Bath open in Jan 2023?
Here is the latest information we have.
Will the baths be open.in.june 2023
Not sure if the baths at Lourdes will be open in June 2023….I doubt if a decision has been made yet.