Du April 20 2026 to 30nd June 2026

With the arrival of spring, unpack your bags for a rejuvenating stay in the land of Saint Thérèse. Our pilgrim hostels welcome you…

In May or June, take a moment for an inspiring break as nature awakens. The Sanctuary of Lisieux has designed an ideal stay to experience alone, with family or friends, following in the footsteps and words of Saint Thérèse in places that nourish the soul.

Our teams offer you a "turnkey" program, which can be adjusted according to your pace, to enjoy the must-sees of the Sanctuary of the "little way" and the good addresses of the Lisieux-Normandie Tourist Office.

With Saint Thérèse, take root! Nourish your spiritual life and come create unforgettable memories in the heart of the Normandy countryside.

Photo credit: Sanctuary of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux. All reproduction prohibited.

Let yourself be guided by Saint Thérèse in her secret garden…

This itinerary can be adjusted to suit your pace. Don't hesitate to contact our reservations department to help you plan your stay. Full board accommodation is available in one of our two hotels. pilgrims' houses.

DAY 1
  • Welcome to the Saint John Paul II Space at the Basilica (free parking, distribution of a leaflet and personalized visit advice by a member of the pastoral team, dedicated support for children)
  • Screening of a film about the story of Saint Thérèse (30 min, FR/ENG)
  • Visit to “Les Buissonnets”, the family home of Saint Thérèse where she lived with her father and sisters from the age of 5 to 15.
  • On the return journey, a stop at Saint Peter's Cathedral where centuries of history gaze back at you.
  • Lunch at the Hermitage, one of our two pilgrim houses (reservation required, free parking)
  • A visit to the Carmelite chapel to discover the reliquary of Saint Thérèse where her relics are kept
  • Prayer at the reliquary in the Basilica at 15 p.m., followed by a self-guided visit to the Pixi figurine exhibition in the cloister and the Wax Museum depicting key scenes from the life of Saint Thérèse.
  • Mass in the crypt at 16:30 PM
  • Free time to stroll through the streets of Lisieux
  • Dinner and overnight stay in one of our pilgrim houses (in May and June, a copy of the magazine “Thérèse de Lisieux” will be given to you for any reservation with the password “secret garden”)
DAY 2
  • Breakfast (from 7:30 am)
  • Visit the Carmel Memorial where objects relating to the life of the Carmelites and the fabulous destiny of Saint Teresa after her death are exhibited.
  • Mass at the Carmel at 11:15 am
  • Lunch is available at the Hermitage (or a picnic upon request).
  • Safari experience at Cerza Zoological Park (15 minutes by car from Lisieux, tickets available on site or online)

With one more night to enjoy the days to the fullest!

  • Dinner and overnight stay in one of our pilgrim houses, with direct access to the Notre-Dame du Sourire chapel
DAY 3

Our services work closely with theLisieux-Normandie Tourist Office to recommend the best of our southern Augeron heritage.

Jesus placed the book of nature before my eyes, and I understood that all the flowers He created are beautiful, that the brilliance of the rose and the whiteness of the lily do not diminish the fragrance of the little violet or the charming simplicity of the daisy… I understood that if all the little flowers wanted to be roses, nature would lose its springtime finery, the fields would no longer be adorned with blossoms…

So it is in the world of souls, which is the garden of Jesus. He willed to create the great saints, who can be compared to lilies and roses; but He also created lesser ones, and these must be content to be daisies or violets, destined to gladden the eyes of the good Lord when He lowers them to His feet. Perfection consists in doing His will, in being what He wants us to be…

Saint Teresa, Story of a Soule

Information, prices and reservations:

+02 31 48 55 00 XNUMX
contact@therese-de-lisieux.com

  • Chapelle du Carmel
  • Buissonnets exterieur 2
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