Pope Léon visits France

Pope Léon concluded a three day apostolic pilgrimage to France on September 29, 2026, after visiting Paris, the Lourdes Marian sanctuary, and Metz.

During his visit, the pope met with crowds in Paris, including a celebration at Place de la Concorde. Elziario Bandeira of the Archdiocese of Avignon noted the enthusiasm of the crowds who gathered to meet the pope during his various travels throughout the country.

The pilgrimage included stops in Paris and Lourdes before the pope traveled to Metz to finish his trip.