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Pope Leo XIV Closes St. Peter’s Holy Door, Concluding 2025 Jubilee

The Vatican counts more than 33 million pilgrims to Rome during a Holy Year that spanned two pontiffs.

Overview

  • Pope Leo XIV prayed at the bronze portal before shutting the Holy Door and then led a Mass attended by cardinals and dignitaries including Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
  • Official tallies cite more than 33 million visitors from 185 countries, while some outlets report roughly 35 million pilgrims over the year.
  • Rome’s mayor credited the Jubilee with speeding major works such as the Piazza Pia redesign, extensions to Metro Line C, and redevelopment at Tor Vergata.
  • City officials and residents reported economic gains alongside heavy logistical pressure and higher rents during the influx of pilgrims.
  • Following tradition, the Holy Door will be sealed until the next ordinary Jubilee, and an extraordinary Holy Year is planned for 2033.