Presentation
The Shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, located only 20 minutes outside of Québec City, is the second oldest pilgrimage site in North America. Dedicated to Saint Anne, the grandmother of Jesus Christ, the shrine welcomes nearly one million visitors annually from all around the world.Through the splendour of a sacred site that is rich with 350 years of history, the Shrine of Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré is the epitome of the Christian people’s faith and the welcome of all races, beliefs and conditions. Discover the shrine’s extraordinary history through its paintings, mosaics, stained-glass windows, and stone and wooden sculptures, and learn about the role it continues to play in our people’s faith.