Pope Leo XIV Travels — France 2026
September 25, 2026 – September 28, 2026 · France
Announced by the Holy See Press Office on 7 August 2026: an apostolic journey to France from 25 to 28 September 2026, including a visit to the headquarters of UNESCO in Paris. The detailed programme is being published in stages.
Why the visit matters
A visit to UNESCO gives Leo XIV a global platform on education, culture, science and the ethics of technology — themes tied to his first encyclical. France also offers a stage to address secularisation and the place of religion in public life in Europe.
Complete schedule
September 25, 2026 – September 28, 2026
Paris
- Visit to the headquarters of UNESCO
- Meeting with French authorities
- Mass with the Catholic community
- Programme details to be confirmed
How to attend
The full programme, including any ticketed liturgies, will be published by the local Church and the Holy See Press Office ahead of the visit.
Sources
- Official sourceHoly See Press Office — Holy See Press Office — Daily Bulletin · Official bulletin, schedule and travel notices
- Official sourceVatican News — Vatican News — Dicastery for Communication · Official Vatican news service
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