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This summer at the Sanctuary

Sanctuary Opening Hours

Masses and prayer times

  • Mass – Monday to Saturday at 12pm
  • Vespers, Adoration and Offices of Readings – Tuesday to Saturday at 18:30 pm
  • Vigil of compassion and intercession for the intentions of the pilgrims – the 1st Friday of the month from 20:30 p.m. to 21:30 p.m.

Tours and events

  • City walking tour following in the footsteps of the Martin family – every Saturday, departing at 15 p.m. from Maison Martin
  • Feast of Saints Louis and Zélie, July 11 and 12
  • Pilgrimage to the Butte Chaumont on the anniversary of Louis Martin's death – Wednesday, July 29
  • Conference on the anniversary of Zélie's death – Friday, August 28

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Marriage, a sacrament to be renewed

A look back at the Feast of Saints Louis and Zélie, on July 11 and 12, 2026.

Read more Posted on 23 July 2026

A new stage for the Basilica

A new tour route.

Read more Posted on 17 July 2026

The challenge of education within the Martin family

In this episode, hosted by Raphaëlle de Barmon, Guy Fournier discusses the dedication to education within the Martin family and how Louis and Zélie Martin's parenting methods can still be relevant today...

Read more Posted on 10 July 2026

Wedding anniversary - "A new lease of life for our marriage, under God's benevolent gaze"

Testimonial from Danielle and Christian, following their 45th wedding anniversary in Alençon

Read more Posted on 10 July 2026

Rediscover the life of Louis and Zélie Martin in 9 days

To celebrate their feast day on July 12th, we are delighted to offer you the chance to spend 9 days in the company of Saints Louis and Zélie Martin, through a unique and free journey...

Read more Posted on 07 July 2026

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