Jim
It is definitely in Lourdes. Being a good Catholic boy it was a memorable experience for me in more ways than one! However, it sounds like it is similar to the one you mention in Porcaro as the priests do the same thing. It's known as the Benediction des Motos.
From memory it was held late June/early July when I was there but it may not be the same every year. The whole town closed down for a few hours, the police close all the roads, the people of Lourdes come out in their thousands and the bikes (ranging from scooters to Harleys) go on a tour of the town before heading off a few miles away to a large forest park where there is all sorts of music and entertainment to experience.
Again, if anyone can help me with info it will be much appreciated.
Chris
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