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An aerial view of the papal palace of Castel Gandolfo near Rome. The apostolic palace is a complex of buildings served for centuries as a summer residence for the pope and overlooks Lake Albano.

Pope Leo XIV returns to Castel Gandolfo

Aug 13, 2025

By Almudena Martínez-Bordiú

Pope Leo XIV on the afternoon of Wednesday, Aug. 13, at around 4:30 p.m. local time, returned to Castel Gandolfo,... Read more

Pope Leo XIV greets pilgrims at the Wednesday general audience in St. Peter’s Square on June 25, 2025.

Pope Leo XIV returns to the Vatican after more than 2 weeks in Castel Gandolfo

Jul 23, 2025

By Victoria Cardiel

The pontiff spent a period of rest July 6–22 in the Italian town of Castel Gandolfo about 15 miles from... Read more

Pope Leo XIV greets people as he arrives for a two-week stay in the summer papal estate in Castel Gandolfo, 25 miles southeast of Rome, on July 6, 2025. The newly elected pope revives a long-standing papal tradition paused under Francis, as Castel Gandolfo prepares to welcome a pope for the first time in over a decade.

Pope Leo XIV arrives in Castel Gandolfo for summer vacation

Jul 6, 2025

By Kristina Millare

Crowds of people standing behind barriers greeted the Holy Father, taking photos and shouting “Viva Papa!” as he walked toward... Read more