Pope Francis made a historic visit to Ajaccio, Corsica, on December 15, marking an unprecedented event for a pontiff. The Vatican confirmed the visit on November 23. The day included a welcome at the airport, a procession in the papal ‘papamobile’, and a mass expected to attract 9,000 attendees. Cardinal François Bustillo played a key role in securing this visit. Despite his declining mobility due to age and health concerns, the Pope’s agenda looks forward to potential future tours in Asia and Oceania.