8 Fascinating Facts About Rocamadour – The Cliffside Village That Defies Gravity

1. The Sanctuary of Rocamadour

The Sanctuary of Rocamadour is the village’s spiritual center, located halfway up the cliff. It includes several chapels and the Basilica of Saint-Sauveur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The highlight is the Black Madonna, a 12th-century wooden statue believed to have miraculous powers. Pilgrims and visitors come to see this sacred figure and to experience the peace of the Chapelle Notre-Dame, where it is displayed.

The Sanctuary has been a destination for worship and prayer for centuries. Every seven years, the Sanctuary hosts the Grand Pardon de Rocamadour, a major religious event drawing thousands of pilgrims for processions, prayers, and indulgences.