🇻🇦Bernabéu, Montjuïc and Gran Canaria, stops on Leo XIV's visit | OneFootball

🇻🇦Bernabéu, Montjuïc and Gran Canaria, stops on Leo XIV's visit | OneFootball

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·6 May 2026

🇻🇦Bernabéu, Montjuïc and Gran Canaria, stops on Leo XIV's visit

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The Holy See has officially confirmed the agenda of Pope Leo XIV during his upcoming apostolic visit to Spain.

In an unprecedented announcement, the Supreme Pontiff will use three of the country’s most important football stadiums to hold large gatherings with the faithful.


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The spiritual tour will begin on June 8 in Madrid. The Bernabéu will open its doors at 7:00 p.m. for a meeting with the diocesan community, where thousands are expected to welcome the Pope in the Spanish capital.

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The following day, on June 9, the activity will move to Barcelona. The Montjuïc Olympic Stadium will host a prayer vigil starting at 8:00 p.m., taking advantage of the sunset for an act of reflection and collective faith in the Catalan capital.

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Finally, after a short break, Leo XIV will travel to the Canary Islands. On June 11, the Gran Canaria Stadium will host the closing of these massive events with the celebration of a Holy Mass at 6:30 p.m., making it easier for the island community to attend.

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This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.


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