Prepare your pilgrimage
Prepare your pilgrimage! We leave below some information and notices:
Did you lose something during WYD Lisbon 2023 in Campo da Graça? Everything that was found is at the headquarters of the 2nd Police Division - Olivais, and can be picked up between 09:00 to 12:00 and 13:30 to 17:00.
Meal – Caterings Networks and Meal Kit on August 5th and 6th
On the days corresponding to the Vigil and the Sending Mass, on 5th and 6th August, the WYD Lisbon 2023 will distribute to registered pilgrims with Meal a set of 4 meals (Meal Kit) corresponding to lunch and dinner of Saturday, breakfast and lunch on Sunday. The QR Code in the credential will give access to the Meal Kit.
Note: The catering network will not be able to access to the lunch and dinner on Saturday (August 5th). On Sunday, August 6th, pilgrims registered with Package with food will still be able to enjoy two meals in the participating restaurants of the restaurant network with the credential.
The Meal Kit will be distributed from galleries (semi- trailer) parked on the access routes to Campo da Graça (Parque Tejo-Trancão). The information on the collection points for Meal kits can be consulted on the map of the official APP “Lisbon 2023”. Watch here an explanatory video on how to find the pick up points for Campo da Graça Meal Kits on the map.
The Meal Kit can be picked on Saturday, August 5th, from 6am to 10pm. On Sunday, August 6th, will only be given Meal Kits to pilgrims arriving at Campo da Graça (Parque Tejo) after closes the distribution on Saturday (10pm); on Sunday the distribution will be from 6am to 12pm.
Due to the high temperatures, we are spraying participants in the venue with water. Keep hydrated!
Extremely high temperatures can pose serious health risks. It's crucial to take the necessary precautions to avoid the harmful effects of heat. A list of self-care is recommended so that the pilgrims can enjoy the WYD Lisbon 2023, reducing the risks associates with excessive sun exposure (dehydration, heat stroke):
- Drink water, even if you are not thirsty.
- Bring a sun hat or umbrella for protection.
- Put on sunscreen several times during the day.
- Wear suitable, fresh clothing. Lose, light clothing covering, as much on the body possible.
- Apply suitable insect repellent to skin and clothing.
Overnight in Campo da Graça
To stay overnight in Campo da Graça, do not forget to take a sleeping bag and thin mattress
Campo da Graça only opens at 1.30 p.m. Please avoid arriving earlier in order to avoid people aglomeration and sun exposure.
In the map of the official App "Lisbon 2023" the entrances for each sector in Campo da Graça (Parque Tejo-Trancão) can be consulted. In the user profile of the App "Lisbon 2023", information on the sector which you are allocated in Campo da Graça is available – you must to log in the application "Lisbon 2023" using the QR Code of the credential to have access to your user profile.
More information about Campo da Graça ( Tejo Park - Trancão) here.
Note: During the period of Pope Francis presence, the access points will be closed, so it will not be possible pass or leave Campo da Graça during this time.
Registration for WYD Lisbon 2023 can be done online by the platform, until 11:59pm on Aug. 4th. It will also be possible register in person at the reception Center, located in the Universidade Católica Portuguesa, until August 5th, during its opening hours (from 9am to 7pm).
[Updated at 12:00 on August 6th]