Audio Guide of Valinhos Sanctuary

Valinhos Sanctuary is part of the Shepherds' Path and can be visited freely at any time of day, as it is an open-air site. It is located about 3 km from the Sanctuary of Fátima. You can get there on foot via the Way of the Cross from the Hungarian Calvary, by car, or with an organized tour. I recommend checking a map of the Sanctuary of Fátima to find it easily.

Good news! Visiting Valinhos Sanctuary is completely free. It is a space open to the public for reflection and prayer, with no entrance fee. The same applies to most sacred sites in Fátima.

For a მშვიდ and reflective visit, I suggest allowing between 30 minutes and 1 hour. This will give you time to walk around the site, appreciate the surroundings, and reflect on its historical significance. If you combine it with the Way of the Cross, the visit will take longer.

Valinhos is a place of great significance, because it was here that the three shepherd children (Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta) experienced the fourth apparition of Our Lady on August 19, 1917, after being released from prison. It commemorates a key moment in the history of the Fátima apparitions and is considered the site of the 'fourth apparition.' For more details, you can visit the official website of the Sanctuary of Fátima.

For a more serene experience, I recommend visiting Valinhos early in the morning or late in the afternoon, especially outside the high season months (June to September) and pilgrimage days (the 13th of each month from May to October). At those times or during those months, you are likely to find fewer people and enjoy a quieter atmosphere. If you need information about event dates, check the Sanctuary events calendar.

Yes, Valinhos Sanctuary is designed to be accessible. The main paths are relatively flat, which makes access easier for wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility. However, since it is an outdoor site with natural ground, it is advisable to check the condition of the paths if you have any specific concerns. The Sanctuary of Fátima has made efforts to improve accessibility across all its locations. For specific questions, you can contact the Sanctuary of Fátima at +351 249 539 600.

Very close to Valinhos, you can visit the House of Lúcia and the Houses of Francisco and Jacinta Marto, the restored homes of the shepherd children as they were at the time of the apparitions. There is also the Way of the Cross, which connects directly to the Sanctuary of Fátima and is a highly meaningful route. Do not miss the chance to visit the main Sanctuary of Fátima, with the Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and the Chapel of the Apparitions.

Of course! I recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, especially if you plan to follow the Way of the Cross. It is a place of reflection, so consider bringing something to cover yourself if the weather requires it. If it is sunny, do not forget sunscreen and a hat. Above all, let the atmosphere of the place invite you to contemplation and peace. It is a unique experience!