Lúcia de Jesus lived in this house until she left Aljustrel in 1921 to attend school in Porto.
The house was offered to the Sanctuary of Fátima by Lúcia herself in 1981.
The village of Aljustrel, where the house is located, was the birthplace of all three shepherd children involved in the apparitions.
The interior contains an original olive press and traditional hearths that reflect the agrarian lifestyle of the time.
The building was constructed using traditional stone masonry techniques prevalent in the region during the late 19th century.
Lucia's House is the preserved childhood home of Lúcia de Jesus, the eldest witness to the 1917 Fátima apparitions. The site remains in the hamlet of Aljustrel, approximately two kilometers from the main Sanctuary of Fátima. The house retains its original architecture, showcasing the modest living conditions of a 20th-century rural Portuguese family. Visitors can explore the preserved rooms, including the kitchen and bedrooms, which contain period-appropriate furniture and personal artifacts. The surrounding garden area includes stone walls and structures characteristic of the region during that era. It serves as an ethnographic site documenting the early life of the visionary who later became a Carmelite nun. The property is managed as a historical museum to provide context to the events of Fátima. It is distinct from the larger, more modern basilica complexes nearby. The site offers a glimpse into the humble origins of the children involved in the religious events of 1917.
The exterior courtyard and the front entrance featuring the traditional white-washed facade.
Combine your visit with a walk to the nearby Valinhos, where other significant apparitions reportedly took place.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as the area features uneven, historical stone paths.
Visit during the shoulder seasons to avoid the intense summer heat and peak pilgrimage crowds.
Do not mistake this site for the main Sanctuary of Fátima; it is a separate, smaller location in a different part of the village.
Maintain a quiet, respectful tone as this is a site of religious and historical significance.
