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Pope Francis' Tomb Revealed

Pope Francis passed away on April 21, 2025, and the Vatican announced his tomb opening.
He died at 88 from a stroke and pneumonia after a 12-year papacy.
His body lay in state from April 23-25, followed by his April 26 funeral in Rome.
Tens of thousands viewed his body, and his simple tomb bears the inscription “franciscus”.
The tomb opens to visitors April 27, reflecting his simple legacy as the Sede Vacante period continues.

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So will be the tomb of Pope Francis in St. Mary Major

The Vatican has revealed the first photo of the tomb of the pontiff, which conforms to his requests.

2 days ago·Madrid, Spain

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Die Presse

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Tomb of Francis accessible from Sunday according to Vatican

On the tomb in the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore there will be the simple inscription "Franciscus". Due to the preparations for the conclave, the Sistine Chapel will also be closed next Monday.

2 days ago·Vienna, Austria

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De Telegraaf

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Pope Francis's grave open to the public from Sunday

Pope Francis decided in the weeks before his death that he did not want invasive ventilation. Read it on Telegraaf.nl

2 days ago·Amsterdam, Netherlands

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n-tv.de

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Vatican presents Pope's tomb for the first time: Visits from Sunday onwards are possible

The preparations for the Pope's funeral are in full swing. The Vatican and the city of Rome await 50 heads of state or government as well as 10 monarchs. However, work is being done on the unusual location of his tomb desired by Francis.

2 days ago

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Sapo

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Image of Pope Francis' tomb released

Tomb in Santa Maria Maior can be visited starting Sunday.

2 days ago·Portugal

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Il Fatto Quotidiano

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The tomb of Pope Francis in Santa Maria Maggiore: the photo of the project

It is located in the niche of the nave between the Pauline Chapel and the Sforza Chapel. Above the marble stone, the silver cross worn during the pontificate

2 days ago·Rome, Italy

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