The IWRT2025 is an essential international religious tourism event, serving as a strategic platform that brings together tour operators from various continents with industry entrepreneurs. The International Workshop on Religious Tourism (IWRT) has reached its 12th edition, firmly established as a key networking and business event for religious tourism professionals. Taking place from March 6-7, 2025, in Fátima, Portugal, IWRT2025 continues to be a global event that fosters connections between tour operators from multiple continents and industry leaders.
The IWRT is organized by ACISO – Associação Empresarial Ourém-Fátima, in partnership with the Municipality of Ourém and the Sanctuary of Fátima.
Opportunities at IWRT
For Raízes de Fátima, a company specializing in religious tourism, the International Workshop on Religious Tourism (IWRT) is an unmissable event and a unique opportunity. The IWRT2025 is a major event in the religious tourism sector, bringing together operators, specialists, and stakeholders from around the world. Held in Fátima, Portugal, the event serves as an essential platform for the development and innovation of this tourism segment, fostering networking, knowledge-sharing, and business opportunities.
Networking with Key Industry Players
The IWRT attracts approximately 130 tour operators specializing in outbound tourism, representing 48 countries, creating an ideal environment for establishing new connections and strategic partnerships. Over two intensive days of meetings and negotiations, participants have the opportunity to expand their professional networks and strengthen their presence in the international market.
With a highly qualified audience, the IWRT serves as a strategic showcase for promoting destinations, products, and services related to religious tourism. Businesses and destinations can increase their visibility, generate new business opportunities, and attract an audience seeking authentic spiritual and cultural experiences.
Inspiration from Industry Experts
A key highlight of the event is the conferences and discussion panels, where renowned experts share insights on trends, innovations, and challenges in religious tourism. These lectures provide valuable tools for professionals to refine their strategies and adapt to market demands.
Religious tourism remains one of the fastest-growing sectors within the travel industry, offering immense potential for expansion and innovation.
The Relevance of the Interreligious Conference at IWRT2025
Among the standout activities of IWRT2025, the Interreligious Conference: Religious Tourism as a Path to Peace and Human Fraternity plays a central role in the first day’s program.
Bringing together representatives from diverse religious traditions, including Catholicism, Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism, Protestantism, and Islam, the conference provides a crucial space for dialogue to promote mutual understanding and strengthen bonds between different faith communities.
The presence of religious leaders, such as:
- Carlos Cabecinhas (Catholicism)
- Isaac Assor (Judaism)
- Shiv Kumar Singh (Hinduism)
- Sandra Reis (Protestantism)
- Khalid Jamal (Islam)
Moderated by Fabrizio Boscaglia, this discussion underscores the importance of religious tourism as a bridge to peace and global fraternity. The event encourages reflection on how tourism can serve as a tool for intercultural and spiritual dialogue, promoting values of respect, tolerance, and harmony among nations and faiths.
Check out the event highlights in the official IWRT2025 video!
