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The Jerusalem Way is the world's longest pilgrimage and peace route

The Jerusalem Way connects religions and peoples in a unique peace project

The Jerusalem Way stands for respect and tolerance

JERUSALEM WAY / AL-QUDS WAY / JERUSALEMWEG / CAMINO DE JERUSALÉN / CHEMIN DE JÉRUSALEM / KUDÜS YOLU / VIA GERUSALEMME

 

>>> Walking together – across borders, towards peace <<

Love is the strongest force in the universe – it permeates and connects everything and builds bridges between all people. Pilgrimage creates openness for encounters, breaks down prejudices and fears, and strengthens trust – fundamental trust. In this way, supposed boundaries between peoples and religions can be Love and mutual respect be overcome.

"Go in peace, as a bridge between the peoples."
(Jerusalem Way Spirit)

Installation of the peace dove in ARBING – the founding site of the Jerusalem Way!

A particularly moving moment took place on June 28, 2025!

 

A handmade [item] was unveiled in the village square in front of the parish church of Arbing as part of an international peace march. Jerusalem Way peace dove made of stainless steel ceremonially erected – at the historical founding site of the Jerusalem Way in Arbing. A powerful symbol of peace, unity, and hope.

 

A strong signal for peace was sent by around 150 pilgrims from the region, from various Austrian federal states, as well as participants from five other countries (Netherlands, Germany, Poland, Switzerland, Italy) at the inter-municipal pilgrimage day.

 

Under the motto "Pilgrimage for Peace / Pilgrims of Hope" The route led from Schwertberg via Naarn to Arbing (22 km) – with families, young people and even an 85-year-old pilgrim along the way.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE DAY

As a festive conclusion, the event took place at 17:00 PM. Jerusalem Way Dove of Peace in Arbing erected – that special place where in The Jerusalem Way was founded in 2010. was (see here Route & GPS from Arbing on the Jerusalemweg).

 

The Arbing music band and a Children's choir provided musical accompaniment for the ceremony and awarded the The young generation's hope for peace one voice – a powerful symbol of intergenerational commitment to remembrance and reconciliation. 

>>> Open video: YouTube <<

THANK YOU VERY MUCH applies to all committed people from Arbing, Schwertberg and Naarnwho made this worthy gesture to 15th anniversary They made this possible. Further information can be found on the information board near the peace dove.

 

Selected media reports: Newspaper TIPS  /  Diocese of Linz  /  Facebook

 

 

 

 INVITATION: PEACE PILGRIMAGE ON SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025

 

Pilgrimage for peace: The congregations and parishes of Schwertberg, Naarn, and Arbing are sending a strong message. Together, they invite you to a pilgrimage of peace along the Jerusalem Way. The decision to temporarily disconnect from everyday life and walk a distance slows down and strengthens inner peace. A pilgrimage with stops along the way, inspiration, and blessings in the context of the Holy Year 2025 - Pilgrims of Hope. Radio interview: to open

 

Media reports: Article OÖN / Article MyDistrict / Article TIPS online and TIPS as PDF
 

Start: Saturday, 28 June 2025 at 08:00 in Schwertberg
Goal: Arbing (22 KM), shorter participation possible – e.g. from Naarn 11 km or Perg
Route & orientation: Map in MAPS and Google Maps

Details / Process / Schedule: Schwertberg community newspaper

 

Ceremonial closing / ceremony: At 17 p.m. the Jerusalem Way peace dove will be set up in Arbing – at that special place where in 00 the Jerusalem Way founded wurde.


Press release from the municipality of Arbing: German / English