Gran Canaria

Canary Islands

First visit of a Pope to the Canary Islands. On 11 June, Gran Canaria will be the social focus of the visit with a strong emphasis on the migration crisis. The Pope will visit the Arguineguín dock, symbol of migrant arrivals, and celebrate Mass at the stadium.

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Main events

✝Meeting at Arguineguín dock (migration crisis)
✝Visit to the Cathedral of Santa Ana
✝Reception with humanitarian organisations
✝Public Mass at Gran Canaria Stadium
✝First papal visit to the Canary Islands in history

Programme in Gran Canaria

Thursday 11 June

10:50

Arrival in Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria Air Base · Gando

11:40

Encounter with associations welcoming migrants

Arguineguín Dock

13:30

Encounter at the Cathedral of Santa Ana

Cathedral of Santa Ana, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

18:30

Holy Mass at the Gran Canaria Stadium

Gran Canaria Stadium

Weather forecast

🌡️ Previsión meteorológica en Gran Canaria

Fuente: Open-Meteo

Thu, Jun 11

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23° / 19°

💧 4%☀️ UV 8

Los pronósticos más allá de 7-10 días son indicativos. Consulta el día anterior para valores fiables.

Map of events in Gran Canaria

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Practical information

How to get there

●Gran Canaria Airport (LPA)
●Direct flights from Madrid and Barcelona
●Local Global and municipal guaguas (buses)

Accommodation

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has plenty of choice. Recommended areas: Las Canteras, Vegueta (near the Cathedral) and the stadium area.

Tips

●Book flights well in advance — demand will be very high
●First time a Pope visits the Canary Islands
●Weather in June is warm (25-28°C) — sun protection essential
●Arguineguín is 50 min by car from Las Palmas

⚠️ Traffic closures

Heavy traffic is expected during the papal visit. Check the traffic closures by hour in your city.

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