November 10, 2026
Breaking
International

Pope Leo XIV visit expected to boost Lourdes economy

admin1 min read
Pope Leo XIV visit expected to boost Lourdes economy
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...

The town of Lourdes in southern France will be the second stop on Pope Leo XIV’s visit to the country, following his time in Paris. Around 150,000 people are expected to attend a mass led by the pontiff at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes on Sunday. Local businesses are hoping the influx of visitors will also boost the economy, as pilgrims spend money on souvenirs, food and other goods. Our report by C. Neidhardt, C. Romain, E. Auriaux and C. Bénétreau.

The post Pope Leo XIV visit expected to boost Lourdes economy appeared first on France 24 – International breaking news, top stories and headlines.

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *