Return to the Vatican at the end of the summer stay — 2026-08-18

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Return to the Vatican at the end of the summer stay

📍 Castel Gandolfo — Vatican City

On Tuesday, August 18, Pope Leo XIV concludes his second summer stay of 2026 at the pontifical residence of Castel Gandolfo and returns to the Vatican, where he will resume his usual activities. The return comes one day before the resumption of the Wednesday general audiences, set for August 19 in St. Peter's Basilica.

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Diocese of AlbanoOfficial

Pope Leo XIV at Castel Gandolfo in July and August

The official calendar of the Pope's second summer stay at Castel Gandolfo, which ends on August 18.

Vatican NewsOfficial

Pope Leo to return to Castel Gandolfo until 18 August

Vatican News article confirming the Pope's stay at Castel Gandolfo until Tuesday, August 18, the date of his return to the Vatican.