Pope Leo XIV Set to Visit France in September, Marking Significant Return
Pope Leo XIV is poised to visit France at the end of September, marking his second trip to an EU country outside Italy, as announced by French bishops.
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Pope Leo XIV is expected to travel to France at the end of September 2026, according to an announcement made by the bishops of France.
This visit will be significant as it will be the pontiff's second trip to a European Union country outside of Italy.
The upcoming visit is notable as it follows a long gap since the last official state visit by a pope to France, which occurred 18 years prior.
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Update at 10:08 UTC on 2026-05-16
France 24 reported Pope Leo XIV will make the first official state visit by a pontiff to France in 18 years when he travels to Paris in September, the Vatican said on Saturday.
Sources: France 24