The Chapelle de la Rue du Bac, located in Paris, is a place of pilgrimage renowned for the apparitions of the Virgin Mary to Saint Catherine Labouré in 1830, which gave rise to the Miraculous Medal. Thousands of faithful go there every year to pray, attend masses and meditate. Here is the essential information on opening times, mass times and religious services at the Chapelle de la Rue du Bac.
Opening times for the Rue du Bac Chapel
The Chapel is open every day of the year to welcome pilgrims. Opening hours are as follows:
Monday to Friday: 7.45am to 1pm and 2.30pm to 7pm
Saturday and Sunday: 7.45am to 1pm and 2.30pm to 7pm
During opening hours, visitors can meditate, pray individually and go to confession, or simply visit this sacred place. These times may vary on public holidays or in the event of special events.
Mass times at the Chapelle de la Rue du Bac
Masses at the Chapelle de la Rue du Bac are celebrated regularly for pilgrims and the faithful. Here are the usual Mass times:
Monday to Saturday:
8:00am: Morning Mass (usual Mass in French)
12:30pm: Mid-day Mass, ideal for those wishing to attend Mass during their break
Sunday:
8:00am: First Mass
10:00am: Sunday Mass
11:30am: Second Sunday Mass
18:00: Last Mass of the day, allowing visitors to reflect at the end of the day
Note: It is advisable to check the timetable with the chapel before your visit, as changes may take place during religious holidays, such as Christmas or Easter, or during special events.
Offices of Prayer and Adoration
The Chapelle de la Rue du Bac also offers times of prayer, adoration and specific offices according to liturgical seasons or Marian feasts. Times may include:
Chapelet: Daily recitation of the rosary in the chapel, often after midday mass or at the end of the day.
Eucharistic adoration: On certain days, it is possible to take part in Eucharistic adoration, a privileged opportunity to pray and meditate in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.
Confessions: Confessions are generally available during chapel opening hours, allowing the faithful to receive the sacrament of reconciliation.
Special Hours on Marian Feasts
On Marian feasts (such as the Assumption on 15 August or the Feast of the Immaculate Conception on 8 December), the Chapelle de la Rue du Bac often organises special celebrations. These events attract large numbers of pilgrims and include extra Masses, extended prayer times, and sometimes special blessings of devotional objects, such as the Miraculous Medal.
Practical Information for Visiting the Chapelle de la Rue du Bac
The Chapel is located at 140 Rue du Bac, Paris 7e, accessible by public transport. The nearest metro station is Sèvres-Babylone (lines 10 and 12), a few minutes' walk away. The chapel also has a shop where visitors can buy Miraculous Medals, prayer books and other religious items.
