The Grotto, Catholic shrine in Portland, United States

This shrine occupies a spacious property with two chapels, gardens, and winding paths that lead to an outdoor altar featuring a Virgin Mary statue. The grounds blend architectural structures with planted areas designed for walking and observation.

The Servite order administers this Catholic sanctuary, which is attached to the Archdiocese of Portland. The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops designated it a national shrine in 1983. A chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe was inaugurated on 29 October 2016.

The sanctuary is dedicated to Our Lady of Sorrows and is run by the Servite order under the Archdiocese of Portland. A chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe was inaugurated on 29 October 2016. Visitors can see the white marble seated figure holding a child in the rock cave, with lit candles on a ledge below.

The site opens daily and allows visitors to attend services or spend time in quiet areas for reflection. Wear comfortable shoes for walking the grounds, and know that some sections are at different elevation levels.

The sanctuary was designated a national shrine by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in 1983. A chapel dedicated to Our Lady of Guadalupe was inaugurated on 29 October 2016. The site is run by the Servites and belongs to the Archdiocese of Portland.