The Pope Leo XIV is expected in France from September 25 to 28, 2026 for an apostolic journey that will take him to Paris, Lourdes and Metz. In the capital, the pope is set to visit the Élysée and UNESCO's headquarters, and to take part in several religious events open to the faithful... and to the public.
The Paris stay will unfold over two days, on Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2026. Among the major events to note: a stop at Notre-Dame de Paris, a large youth vigil at the Stade de France, and, the next day, a solemn outdoor Mass on the Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Élysées. Not all gatherings will be freely accessible, and these large assemblies will inevitably be accompanied by traffic and transport restrictions in several sectors of the capital.
This visit by Leo XIV to France is all the more noteworthy as it follows the papacy of Francis, who had never before set foot in Paris as pope. His predecessor had already traveled to Marseille in 2023 and then to Corsica in 2024, notably not taking part in the December 2024 reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris.
He will therefore become the tenth pope to visit Paris. After two days in the capital, his journey will move on to Lourdes on 26 and 27 September, then to Metz on Monday, 28 September 2026.
Are you planning to see the Pope in the papamobile tomorrow? Here’s how to join the route.
Notre-Dame-des-Champs, Port-Royal, Saint-Michel… the Léon XIV route crosses several areas where stations will be closed tomorrow, Friday, September 25, 2026. Here are the routes to note. [Read more]
Want to dodge the Pope's visit to Paris? These neighborhoods to avoid starting tomorrow.
Museum, dining, shopping or a simple stroll: if a visit to Léon XIV isn’t on the agenda, it’s wise to know which sectors will be hardest hit starting Friday, September 25, 2026. Here’s where to steer clear. [Read more]
Pope's visit to Paris: the papamobile route to know before Friday
Notre-Dame-des-Champs, Montparnasse, Saint-Michel… The pope’s passage is drawing near. On Friday, Pope Leo XIV will traverse a stretch of the Left Bank in the papamobile before the crowds: here is the route and the access points. [Read more]
Pope's visit: sun, heat, rain… what will the weather be in Paris on September 25 and 26?
Sun or umbrella for the pope's visit to Paris? With two days to go before the big events on September 25 and 26, 2026, the weather outlook is taking shape for the capital and Saint-Denis. [Read more]
Pope's giant open-air Mass this Saturday: what to expect on the Champs-Élysées
Only a few days remain before the grand Mass of Leo XIV on the Champs-Élysées. The gathering planned for Saturday, September 26, promises to be one of the most watched moments of his Paris visit. [Read more]
Pope's Mass on the Champs-Élysées: how to get to the event by public transport?
Léon XIV celebrates a grand mass between Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Élysées on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. With hundreds of thousands of attendees expected and a notable number of stations closed, improvisation isn’t an option. What time to set off, which stations to steer clear of, and how much walking to expect? Here’s the rundown. [Read more]
Pope in Paris: Are you in a wheelchair or have reduced mobility? What to know for the September 26 Mass.
Attending Pope Leo XIV’s Mass with a disability or reduced mobility will require a bit of forward planning. For the September 26, 2026 gathering on the Champs-Élysées, several accessibility facilities and arrangements will be available, even though some specific access details are still to be announced. [Read more]
Papal vigil at the Stade de France: how to reach the venue by public transport?
Léon XIV welcomes back the youth at the Stade de France on Friday, September 25, 2026 for a major vigil. Doors open at 5:15 p.m., with a prologue at 6:30 p.m. and an expected close at 10:30 p.m.: if you have your access pass, it’s also wise to have your route planned. RER B, RER D, lines 13 and 14… here’s how to reach the stadium without turning your commute into another vigil. [Read more]
Pope's Visit to Paris: Which Monuments Will Be Closed or Hard to Access Starting Tomorrow?
On the eve of Pope Leo XIV's visit to Paris, several tourist sites are preparing to close their doors or become harder to reach on September 25 and 26, 2026. Here are the main locations affected. [Read more]
Pope Leo XIV at the Stade de France: everything you need to know about the great youth vigil
The big youth vigil with Pope Léon XIV will take place on Friday, September 25, 2026 at the Stade de France. More than 80,000 young people aged 17 to 35 are expected for this major event that blends celebration, teaching, and prayer. Schedule, times, access, allowed items... here’s everything you need to know before the evening. [Read more]
Why will bells across France ring for seven minutes this Friday, September 25 at 10 a.m.?
Don’t be surprised if the bells ring longer than usual this Friday, September 25, 2026. At exactly 10:00 a.m., churches across France are invited to toll for seven minutes, the moment Pope Leo XIV is due to land at Paris‑Orly Airport. A nationwide chime that will officially mark the start of his visit to France. [Read more]
Papal visit: The churches where you can watch the Mass at Place de la Concorde live in Paris and Île-de-France
The pope Leo XIV is expected in Paris on September 25 and 26, 2026 for two major public events: a youth vigil at the Stade de France, followed by an open-air Mass on Place de la Concorde. For those unable to attend in person, several churches in Paris and Île-de-France will offer live coverage of these moments. [Read more]
Pope Leo XIV’s vigil at the Stade de France: giant-screen broadcast planned for Friday in Paris
The big Stade de France vigil will also have a Paris relay point. Saint-Sulpice Church, in the 6th arrondissement, will broadcast the Leo XIV evening on Friday, September 25. [Read more]
Pope Leo XIV's visit: which channel to watch on and how to stream it?
France Télévisions, the official broadcaster of the state visit of Pope Leo XIV to France from September 25 to 28, 2026, is rolling out a wide TV and digital setup to follow the event everywhere. Here’s how to stay tuned and not miss a moment. [Read more]
Pope's visit to Paris: singers announced for the grand vigil at the Stade de France
Several artists join the lineup for the grand youth vigil at the Stade de France on September 25, 2026, in the presence of Pope Leo XIV. The musical program for this exceptional evening is starting to unfold. [Read more]
Visite du Pape à Paris : will people be able to attend the Mass on the Champs-Élysées without a reservation?
Haven’t you booked for the Pope Leo XIV’s grand Mass in Paris? Access to the Champs-Élysées and the Place de la Concorde will remain open without registration, within capacity limits, on Saturday, September 26, 2026. [Read more]
Metro, RER and buses in Paris: these stations and stops will close in the coming days for the Pope's visit
The papamobile route and the UNESCO visit will force most stations to close on Friday, September 25. Here’s the checklist to review before you set off. [Read more]
Pope’s arrival in Paris this Friday, September 25: the streets and neighborhoods to avoid by car
Papamobile, UNESCO, Invalides… several areas will be closed or heavily restricted on Friday. Here are the affected times and routes. [Read more]
Pope's Mass on Saturday: here are the streets and neighborhoods to avoid driving through.
Are you planning to drive this Saturday? The Concorde, the Champs-Élysées, the Invalides and several routes in the 7th arrondissement will be subject to heavy restrictions tied to the Pope’s Mass. [Read more]
Metro and bus: here’s what’s going to close or change on Saturday for the Pope’s Mass in Paris
Planning to cross central Paris this Saturday? Metro closures and bus disruptions are planned around Place de la Concorde, the Champs-Élysées, and the 7th arrondissement for the Pope's Mass. [Read more]
Notre-Dame closed this weekend for the Pope's visit: what you need to know
Notre-Dame is closed to the public this weekend. Here are the closures and restrictions in place around Île de la Cité. [Read more]
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Dates and Opening Time
From September 25, 2026 to September 26, 2026
