Macron welcomes the visit of Léon XIV: first papal state visit in 18 years

Author: Charly HessounPublished on: May 16, 2026Country: France

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Macron welcomes the visit of Léon XIV: first papal state visit in 18 years

Pope Léon XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026, marking the first state visit by a pontiff since 2008. Emmanuel Macron welcomed the announcement, calling it an honor for the country. The trip will include stops in Paris, at the Unesco headquarters, and potentially in Lourdes. This will be Léon XIV's fifth apostolic journey since his election in May 2025.

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