Pope Leo's itinerary published for visit to Principality of Monaco

The journey of less than nine hours, marked by four meetings begins with the courtesy visit with Prince Albert II, followed by encounters with the Catholic community and with young people and catechumens, and concluding with Mass at Stade Louis II.

The Holy See Press Office published the official program for the visit on March 9, announcing that Pope Leo XIV will undertake a journey to the Principality of Monaco on Saturday, March 28, the eve of Holy Week. It will be the Pope’s first European visit and the first of his international journeys in the first half of 2026, followed by a long journey to Africa in April and one to Spain in June. 

The motto of the visit is “Je suis le Chemin, la Vérité et la Vie” — “I am the way, the truth, and the life” (John 14:6). The verse from the Gospel of John emphasizes that the Pope presents himself as the bearer of Christ and His message.