With a Pilgrimage Chaplain
October 15, 2025
Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France
Mary is the road God travelled in order to reach us, and the road that we must travel in order to reach Him.
~ Pope Francis
Journey to some of the most beloved Marian apparition sites and deepen your faith as you draw closer to Jesus through Mary. Be inspired by the lives of the saints who remained steadfast in their devotion to Christ. Join a 14-day Marian Pilgrimage to the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and France with a Pilgrimage Chaplain on October 15-28, 2025.
Begin your pilgrimage with a visit to the Shrine of Our Lady of All Nations in Amsterdam, Netherlands. On March 25, 1945, Our Lady appeared to Ida Peerdeman, the first of 56 apparitions that would continue until 1959. Her message emphasized invoking the Holy Spirit and seeking unity for all nations. Enjoy a panoramic tour of the city which includes a scenic canal cruise, passing historic 17th-century houses, churches, and bell towers, offering a glimpse into the city’s rich past.
Leave Netherlands for Germany to visit Kevelaer, a revered Marian pilgrimage site known as the Lourdes of Germany. Visit the Chapel of Mercy, home to the miraculous image of Our Lady, Comforter of the Afflicted (also known as Our Lady of Consolation), and spend time in prayer at the Basilica of St. Mary and the Candle Chapel.
Still in Germany, continue to Cologne, home to the majestic Cologne Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site housing the golden reliquary of the Three Magi. Embark on a guided tour of Cologne’s Old Town, uncovering its 2,000-year history.
Leave Germany for Belgium to visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Banneux, also known as the Shrine of the Virgin of the Poor in Banneux. There, Our Lady led Marietta Beco (the visionary) to a spring of water where many healing miracles were reported. Enjoy an overnight stay in the beautiful city of Brussels. Not to be missed is a visit to the Grand Place, a world-famous market square and the heart of medieval Brussels.
Take a full-day excursion to Bruges, a UNESCO-listed city with a well-preserved medieval center. Discover its landmarks on a walking tour, including Our Lady’s Church (home to Michelangelo’s Madonna and Child), the Belfry, and the Chapel of the Holy Blood. A delightful canal cruise completes this charming visit.
Leave Belgium for France and head for Lisieux, the hometown of St. Therese of the Child Jesus. Visit the Carmel Chapel containing the body of the endeared Saint. See the Hall of Relics, containing various objects and souvenirs that belonged to St. Theresa. Next, visit the family home—Les Buissonets—and the Basilica of St. Therese.
Continue to the awe-inspiring Mont-Saint-Michel, a breathtaking abbey dedicated to St. Michael the Archangel, perched atop a rocky islet surrounded by tidal waters.
Continue with your pilgrimage with a visit to Pontmain to visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Pontmain. In this apparition, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared in 1871, reassuring the villagers with a heavenly message of peace and war. Within days, the Prussian army withdrew, and France was miraculously spared.
Travel south to Versailles to admire the splendor of the Versailles Palace, the symbol of France’s grandeur during the reign of King Louis XIV.
Conclude your pilgrimage with two nights in Paris. Celebrate Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal, where St. Catherine Labouré received the vision of the Miraculous Medal in 1830. Explore the city’s highlights, including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and a serene Seine River cruise.
Embark on a 14-day Marian Pilgrimage to the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, and France with a Pilgrimage Chaplain on October 15-28, 2025, and allow Mary to lead you ever closer to her Son. As a loving mother, she watches over us and intercedes for us, guiding us on our journey of faith. May this pilgrimage deepen your devotion and fill your heart with grace and renewal.
Marvel at the awe-inspiring Mont-Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s most breathtaking and iconic landmarks.
Pray before the incorrupt body of St. Catherine Labouré, enshrined in a glass coffin at the side altar of the Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal on Rue du Bac in Paris.
Admire the picturesque charm of Bruges as you glide through its serene canals on a scenic boat cruise, taking in the city’s medieval beauty and historic landmarks.
Indulge in the rich, velvety taste of Belgian chocolates, renowned for their exceptional quality and craftsmanship. Don’t miss the chance to savor these delightful treats while in Belgium!
Shop for rosaries, medals, and other religious souvenir items during your pilgrimage, and have them blessed by your pilgrimage chaplain before bringing them home.
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The whole pilgrimage is a new and fulfilling moment in my life. It’s a nice feeling being with the Lord in His important day. And also, gaining new friends and becoming my new extended family is something I will treasure. I hope that this is just the beginning and we’ll continue to get in touch with one another despite the distance.
Brenda
Hello Co-Pilgrims,
It was indeed a wonderful Pilgrimage: very rich in history, a thanksgiving of blessings, a spiritual renewal and nourishment, and finally ending in a test of Faith.
Thank you so much Pilgrim Leader, Ging Igual, for standing beside us up to the last stretch of our 13-day journey - more particularly in the handling of an unexpected situation (cancelled flight in Mexico and re-direction of flights to make sure the 38 Pilgrims reach LA for their respective flight bookings). Ging, you were an angel to us so blessed with energy, passion, love and Milagrosa. We really felt the presence of Our Lady of Guadalupe fielding angels every step of the way.
The Pilgrimage to California Mission Churches and Our Lady of Guadalupe gives me personal inspiration for the work and activities of the next chapter of my lifetime: farming with promotion of agriculture for millennials (inspired by the scenic view of farms in California), tourism (which is a major industry in all places we visited), and support for a favourite major seminary in Tagaytay and a scholarship fund for deserving individuals (thru a non stock non profit institution).
Thank you to my Co-Pilgrims and prayer partners for the prayer support, sharing of life experiences and friendships; Fr. Tony, thank you for your spiritual reflections and service; Fr. Jerry Orbos for an overflowing spiritual reflections and enabling us to have the needed personal encounter with Jesus and Mama Mary (it was like a 12-day Holy Retreat); and the Executive Resources for making a very nice pilgrimage package a part of our lifetime.
Ms. Emma
Lord, we cannot find words enough to say how grateful we are to You. Our pilgrimage made us realize that Your love for us is more than what we deserve.
To all our co-pilgrims, thank you for making us feel we belong to this new family. To Fr. Dante, thanks for your prayers and pieces of advice for our spiritual nourishment. To Sis Lea, for taking care of each one of us. To Sis Joy, thanks for the contagious joys and laughters.
To our prayer partners, Sis Maribel, Melvy and Didick and Bro Mon and Sis Jot, thank you for your prayers. We will pray for you, too!
To The Pilgrim’s Center - Executive Resources, thank you for accommodating us in this Eastern Europe Pilgrimage.
God bless us all always!
Albert and Adee
Dear Pilgrims' Center:
My husband Aldo & I would like to praise & commend our Pilgrim Chaplain Fr. Dante Venus & our Tour Leader Bro. Monty for the very successful & memorable pilgrimage to Italy & the Holy Land we were very fortunate to join on March 26-April 8, 2018.
It was very hectic to be sure, but still they managed our time very well that we were able to visit more places than was promised in the itinerary, and we are very appreciative of that. Likewise, the solemnity of the whole pilgrimage experience was still observed despite many of us in the group, myself included, often forgetting that we were pilgrims & not tourists 😉😉, taking photos, selfies, etc. instead of, or before focusing on what the local guide was explaining or on the scripture readings. I cannot fault us pilgrims on this because for many of us seniors, and I speak for my husband & I, that trip might be our first & last time to visit those places, so we made sure they were properly documented. Nonetheless, it was a truly spiritually uplifting & life-changing experience for us. We continue to thank our Lord for making that experience of a lifetime possible. Indeed, nothing is impossible for God! Thank you very much to Fr. Dante, Bro. Monty & to each of us pilgrims in the group for the prayers, love, care & concern shown to each other. Let us continue to pray for and with each other. It is my hope that we meet each other again soon, to strengthen our bonds of friendships.
Most sincerely, Leclec Cabusora
Leclec Cabusora
My husband and I just came back from a wonderful trip to Israel - with Franciscan Fr Reu Galoy. Thank you Pilgrim Center for the arrangements. We are so happy and satisfied with all that you have done for us. Kudos to Yanyan and Monty from Pilgrim Center, and Fr Reu and Ronin for your caring services. It was a spiritual journey and we felt the abiding presence of the Lord all throughout.
Ann Arguelles Cortes
Our pilgrimage was worth all the hardships (I was having leg pains). We had an excellent leader in the person of Adrian, two priests Fathers Val and Ron, who gave us very nice pieces of advice and homilies, and of course the members of the group who were all very nice. Looking forward to join another pilgrimage.
Emily Bautista
It was the most profound experience I had in my whole life....Walking with the Footsteps where Jesus walked made my life more grateful and humble....My faith become stronger as I express it...A growing faith is a sharing faith....TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!! SHALOM!
Carmen Nierra
Vir & I would like to express our gratitude for a wonderful pilgrimage we had from Sept 5-18. From checking-in last Sept 5 & all during the tour, we felt the care from a family. No words can ever describe how thankful we are.
I almost cried last Sept 8, (my birthday) when we (2 of us have the same birthday) were given a surprise mini celebration when after our dinner, we were given a cake. I really felt the love of a family then.
All these things made possible because of your capable coordinator Ms. Ging Igual. She's such a wonderful leader. Kudos to her.
Rest assured that i will refer your company to all my friends who are planning to go on pilgrimage .
Good day & may God always guide & protect all of you in the Pilgrims' Center/ Executive Resources, Inc.
Cora and Vir Franca
I am honored to be included in this pilgrimage. The Pilgrims' Center has very good itineraries worth remembering. No hours wasted. They took very good care of us in spite of our big number of 47 people. The daily mass and homilies of Fr. Manny Cruz held in different shrines and churches were very inspirational and transforming. Accommodations were nice most especially the one on top of the Mountain with an awesome view built in 1909. It's like travelling back in time. I definitely would want to do it again with Pilgrim Center.
Peter Joseph Mapua
The Pilgrims' Center always gives you the best. They let you feel like an Executive in terms of personal service & attention especially during pilgrimage. Their choices of pilgrimages and pilgrim chaplains are outstanding. You go back home very fulfilled and immersed...
Marlene Silvestre
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