Due to the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, situated in the place of Cova da Iria, the city has become one of the most important international religious tourism destinations
Sanctuary of Fatima a place of Catholic pilgrimage. The Chapel of the Apparitions marks the place where the Virgin Mary was alleged to have appeared in 1917. Other sacred sites include the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary with its golden angels and the modern Church of the Holy Trinity. The Museum of Sacred Art and Ethnology exhibits religious artifacts
Fátima Pilgrim's Route | ||
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8:00 | Hotel pick up | |
11:00 | Fátima Mass at Basílica | |
12:15 | Visit Fátima | |
13:00 | Regional Gastronomy | |
15:00 | Visit to Grottes of Mira d'Aire | |
16:30 | Return to Oporto | |
19:00 | Hotel drop-off |
The first apparition took place in 1917, in the place of Cova da Iria, where the Sanctuary is currently located. The greatest manifestations of the devotees took place on May 13 (the Procession of the Candles, on the 12th at night, and the Procession of Goodbye, on the 13th, which closes the celebrations) and on 13 October. However, between these two dates, every day 13 are devotional.
Tour | Description | Category | Price |
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Fátima Pilgrim's Route Tour | Visit to Fátima (min. 3 pax) | Car | Consult please |
Fátima Pilgrim's Route Tour | Visit to Fátima (max. 8 pax) | Van | Consult please |