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Citizens of Europe today and tomorrow
Citizens of Europe today and tomorrow

In recent days, young people from Lourdes and Altötting - participants of the project "Citizens of Europe today and tomorrow" - visited Częstochowa. This was the next phase of the project that, initiated by Lourdes, was continued first in Altötting and now in Częstochowa. Once again, young people met to talk about their most important issues, i.e. the climate crisis, new technologies and European identity.

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Shrines of Europe at the IWRT in Portugal
Shrines of Europe at the IWRT in Portugal

February is ending really well for Shrines of Europe! On February 22-23, 2024, the city of Ourem/Fatima (Portugal) hosted the 20th International Congress on Religious and Sustainable Tourism, which took place in parallel with the 11th International Workshop on Religious Tourism (IWRT). We were also present there as a group and presented ourselves at our Shrines of Europe stand.

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For Valentine's Day to the Shrines of Europe
For Valentine's Day to the Shrines of Europe

Valentine's Day is approaching. This is a special day of the year when we exchange small gifts, cards with hearts, order flowers and spend time together with our other halves. It is a holiday that some people love and others hate. For both, we have several attractions to see in the unique cities of Shrines of Europe. You can visit these places by yourself or with your loved ones.

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Black Madonna of Częstochowa
Black Madonna of Częstochowa

The greatest treasure of the Jasna Góra Sanctuary in Częstochowa is the Miraculous Image of Our Lady thanks to which Jasna Góra became one of the largest Marian sanctuaries in Poland already in the 15th century. This painting is one of the most famous images of Our Lady in the world, clearly associated with Poland and Częstochowa.

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«Que soy era Immaculada councepciou»
«Que soy era Immaculada councepciou»

"Que soy era Immaculada councepciou" - "I am the Immaculate Conception" - these words were spoken by Our Lady in Lourdes to Bernadette Soubirous in 1858, changing the history of a small town at the foot of the Pyrenees and making it one of the most important pilgrimage centers in the Catholic world. Currently, approximately 5 million pilgrims come here every year to ask Mary for healing of their soul and body.

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Unique nativity scenes from Loreto
Unique nativity scenes from Loreto

Traditionally, Christmas is a time when churches and many homes host nativity scenes depicting the Holy Family just after the birth of Baby Jesus. We especially invite you to Loreto, Italy, to see beautiful detailed scenes depicting the Nativity of the Lord.

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Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas!

The Shrines of Europe wish you all the best during this special holiday season. May the upcoming Christmas holidays be full of warmth and joy and may they bring you moments of respite from everyday problems and worries. May the new year 2024 be full of interesting challenges, bring only successes and be a time of unforgettable trips and journeys. Merry Christmas and happy new year!

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Time before Christmas
Time before Christmas

Every year Shrines of Europe emphasize the uniqueness of the holiday season. Christmas fairs are organized and interesting cultural and entertainment events are presented for residents, pilgrims and tourists in all the sanctuary towns. Today we want to tell you about some of them. Because it's always worth being with Shrines of Europe, but especially now - during this special Christmas time.

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"Around the World" with Shrines of Europe
"Around the World" with Shrines of Europe

We are proud to announce that the idea of our cooperation between cities united in the Shrines of Europe association has been noticed and described in the leading Portuguese trade magazine devoted to, among others, travel and lifestyle "Volta ao Mundo".

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In the heart of Bavaria
In the heart of Bavaria

A charming town in Bavaria - Altötting welcomes about a million pilgrims every year. The Chapel of Grace located here is Bavaria's national sanctuary dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary. This is a place of exceptional historical and religious importance.

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We are at TTG Travel Experience 2023 in Rimini
We are at TTG Travel Experience 2023 in Rimini

Representatives of the tourism industry will be staying in Rimini from October 11 to 13, taking part in the TTG Travel Experience 2023 fair - the most important event of this type in Italy. Of course, our association - Shrines of Europe - could not be missing among the exhibitors.

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Youth from Częstochowa in Mariazell
Youth from Częstochowa in Mariazell

In the previous article, we encouraged you to visit Mariazell this fall. And today we learned that a group of young people from Częstochowa decided to visit this unique place on the map of Austria during their trip to Styria in the last days of September this year. And it was a really great idea!

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On the autumn road to Mariazell
On the autumn road to Mariazell

Autumn can be really beautiful, turning golden and enchanting with the colors of the leaves. This is the time of year favorable for outdoor activities: walking, hiking and hiking. Maybe it's worth combining physical recreation with soul renewal and going on a pilgrimage! And where? For example, to Mariazell!

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On the wings of history
On the wings of history

Did you know that according to legend, in the 13th century, the holy house of Mary was moved from Palestine to Italy on angel wings? If this were true, this flight would be the first transport flight in the history of the world! And over what distance - the road from Palestine to Italy is over 2,200 km. But of course, when you are an angel, anything is possible.

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Einsiedeln in summer, full of  treasures
Einsiedeln in summer, full of treasures

Some of us associate Switzerland mainly with winter sports. This is of course not a mistake. Ski enthusiasts dream of spending a few winter days in one of the Swiss ski resorts. But for now, it's still hot outside so we have to wait for snow a while... However, don’t put off your trip to Switzerland! If you choose this direction in summer, we highly recommend Einsiedeln, which will definitely not disappoint you.

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Unforgettable moments in Fatima
Unforgettable moments in Fatima

During the World Youth Days in Fatima, we welcomed many young pilgrims from all over the world who came to the Sanctuary to meet Pope Francis.

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Miraculous water from Lourdes
Miraculous water from Lourdes

Tourists and pilgrims come to Lourdes mainly to pray in front of the statue of Our Lady, who appeared to Bernadette in the nearby grotto of Massabielle, and to draw water from the spring, which is credited with miraculous healing properties...

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World Youth Days in Portugal
World Youth Days in Portugal

Young people from all over the world will meet this year in Lisbon to experience World Youth Day together. The participants of the meeting will also have the opportunity to visit Fatima, where the Holy Father will arrive on August 5.

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Let's play in Altötting!
Let's play in Altötting!

Have you ever thought about how great it would be to be a child again? Today we invite all children and adults to Altötting, where the unique PLAYMOBIL-Spielgeschichte(n) toys exhibition will be inaugurated on August 15.

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Relax in the city during summer – Częstochowa
Relax in the city during summer – Częstochowa

For all the tourists and pilgrims who come to the city in large numbers, as well as those who stay in the city during the summer, Częstochowa has a lot to offer during the holiday season.

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On a bike maybe?
On a bike maybe?

It would be a really great idea to go to one of the Shrines of Europe cities on two wheels...

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The first edition of the Shrines of Europe International Cultural Festival
The first edition of the Shrines of Europe International Cultural Festival

Is it possible to explore all 7 Shrines of Europe cities in one weekend? The distances on the map say: Nope… Not unless you have seven-league boots. But that's only in fairy tales...

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Shrines of Europe - the path of culture and spirituality
Shrines of Europe - the path of culture and spirituality

On May 27, the opening of the photography exhibition "Shrines of Europe - the path of culture and spirituality" took place.

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New website of the Shrines of Europe Association
New website of the Shrines of Europe Association

Welcome to the new website of the Shrines of Europe Association, where you will find information about the cities - sanctuaries of Europe - the most important centers of Marian worship on the Old Continent.

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