First Marian Apparition in Banneux

Date: January 15, 1933 • Location: Olne, Belgium

A teenage girl in Banneux, Belgium, reported the first of several Marian apparitions, now known as Our Lady of Banneux.

Banneux is a village of Wallonia in the municipality of Sprimont, district of Louveigné, located in the province of Liège, Belgium.

This milestone marked a defining occurrence in Belgium's and world history, leaving an indelible imprint on societal development, international relations, and cultural memory. Its enduring ramifications continue to be examined and commemorated by historians and scholars across the globe.