However, due to Lourdes being a major pilgrimage site, you'll also encounter:
* English, especially among tourists and pilgrims from English-speaking countries.
* Spanish, as Spain is a neighboring country with many pilgrims traveling to Lourdes.
* Italian, another common language among pilgrims, as Italy is also a nearby country.
* Portuguese, spoken by pilgrims from Portugal and Brazil.
* Other languages: You might encounter other languages as well, depending on the origin of the pilgrims visiting Lourdes.
While French is the official language, you'll find that many people in the tourist and hospitality sectors speak at least some English, and other languages may be encountered depending on the specific area and time of year.