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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)

Structure & Mapping of the Jerusalem Way

This page provides a structured overview of the route, network and strategic development of the Jerusalem Way.

 

The Jerusalem Way is conceived as a transnational cultural route connecting Europe with the eastern Mediterranean and the Holy Land.

Its development follows a clear system that combines route planning, network structure and strategic development.

This structure is based on the existing content and experiences of the Jerusalem Way and has been made more clearly visible and systematically presented in the course of its current development.

1. Transnational route structure

The Jerusalem Way follows a continuous west-east axis across Europe and beyond.

  • Connecting Western Europe with Southeastern Europe and the Middle East
  • Orientation towards historical routes of movement and pilgrimage traditions
  • Development through continuous monitoring and practical verification of the route

2. Network structure

The Jerusalem Way is supported by a growing network on several levels:

  • Institutional partners (municipalities, tourism organizations, cultural institutions)
  • Cooperative paths and initiatives
  • Local contacts along the route
  • Individual members who are integrated into regional structures

This creates a distributed but interconnected network along the entire route.

3. Mapping the route and structure

The mapping of the Jerusalem Way includes:

  • the course of the main route across several countries
  • central cultural and historical hubs
  • regional sections and connections
  • Areas of ongoing development and continuation

The route is continuously reviewed and further developed based on practical experience and local cooperation.

4. Strategic Development

The Jerusalem Way is in a continuous development process. Key areas of activity include:

  • Strengthening institutional partnerships in different countries
  • Route extension to additional regions
  • Improving coordination along the route
  • Further development of digital offerings and accessibility

5. Dynamic System

The Jerusalem Way is not a static structure, but a living and growing system.

  • continuous development
  • transnational cooperation
  • Integration of new regions and partners

    As of: December 2024