This event is in the past.It took place on February 2, 2026 at Abbaye Saint-Victor.


Watch the Black Madonna carried by candlelight before dawn through Saint Victor's ancient crypts. Afterward, join locals at Four des Navettes bakery for traditional orange blossom boat-shaped biscuits.
Pre-dawn procession
Religious tradition
Historic basilica
Candlelight vigil
Tips
🕯️green candles symbolize hope and purification
🥖navette biscuits only at Four des Navettes
⏰arrive well before dawn for good viewing
Procession of Notre-Dame de Confession
Saint-Victor


Watch the Black Madonna carried by candlelight before dawn through Saint Victor's ancient crypts. Afterward, join locals at Four des Navettes bakery for traditional orange blossom boat-shaped biscuits.
Pre-dawn procession
Religious tradition
Historic basilica
Candlelight vigil
Tips
🕯️green candles symbolize hope and purification
🥖navette biscuits only at Four des Navettes
⏰arrive well before dawn for good viewing
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