Sun, 5/31/26 - Wed, 6/3/26 Beit Haam Jerusalem, Jerusalem

March of the Nations 2026

United for Life! Together into the Future

Since 2018, the March of the Nations has been held annually in Jerusalem. It brings together Christians from around the world to show their friendship and support for Israel. The international conference includes prayer, worship, and biblical teachings. A special highlight is the festive gala night, during which Israel and Israeli guests are honored. Afterwards, participants take part in marches and encounter events in cities across the country. There, they meet Holocaust survivors, soldiers, and others affected by October 7, carrying the message of friendship with Israel into society.

Sun, 5/31/26
Start: 7:30 pm
End: Wed, 6/3/26

Beit Haam Jerusalem
Betsal'el St 11
IL-9107801 Jerusalem

Organized by:
Marsch des Lebens e.V.
Infos und Kontakt

March of the Nations 2026

‘Peace, peace, to those far and near,’ says the Lord. ‘And I will heal them.’ (Is 57:19; NIV)

After two years of war and the release of the living hostages, there is great hope for peace and a new era in Israel. But the wounds of war run deep, the shock of the wave of global hatred toward Israel remains, and the chances for lasting peace are still uncertain. During this time, Israel needs allies and friends who will stand by her side regardless of political developments!

The March of the Nations calls Christians from all nations to Israel. Many of them raise their voices for Israel with Marches of Life in their own nations, and many have confronted the painful history of antisemitism in their own families and churches. They express trough times of intense prayer and worship in Jerusalem: Peace and healing come from the LORD, the God of Israel! Through public marches in numerous cities and encounter events all throughout Israel, they show the local people: You are not alone – we are United for Life!

The March of the Nations includes extraordinary elements that make it an unforgettable experience: 

The conference venue, Beit Ha'Am, in the center of Jerusalem, is the historic site of the trial and conviction of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann. This is the second time that the March of the Nations is held in the former courtroom. In addition to times of prayer, worship, and biblical teaching, contributions from former hostages, politicians, IDF soldiers, artists, and Christian Arab musicians will make the conference an extraordinary event.

Jerusalem is a city like no other. In the afternoons, there will be a worship event at biblical sites, a meeting with representatives of the Israeli government, or the opportunity to explore Jerusalem on your own.

The message of friendship for Israel is intended to reach people throughout the country directly. Given the flood of negative news, many Israelis find it a great comfort and encouragement when people from all over the world come to their cities to celebrate the friendship of nations with Israel on the streets. The mayors of the participating cities are organizing an attractive program of encounters, including meetings with Holocaust survivors, soldiers, and those affected by October 7. Marches are planned in Haifa, Be'er Sheva, Ashkelon, Tiberias, and other cities.

Sun. May 31, 2026, Jerusalem  

7:30 – 10:30 p.m.: Conference kick-off event  

 

Mon. June 1, 2026, Jerusalem  

8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Morning session 

3:00 – 4:30 p.m.: Afternoon program 

7:30 – 10:30 p.m.: Evening event 

  

Tue. June 2, 2026, Cities in Israel  

 

11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.: Meetings and marches in various cities across the country  

 

Wed. June 3, 2026, Jerusalem  

 

8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.: Morning event 

3:00 – 4:30 p.m.: Afternoon program 

7:30 – 10:30 p.m.: Closing of the conference 

It is recommended to book accommodation in Jerusalem from May 31 to June 4. Participants are responsible for booking their own accommodation. The travel agency Pfeiffair will be happy to prepare individual offers. Inquiries at anfrage@pfeiffair.de. 

Transport

The conference fee includes the bus transfer on June 2 to the events in the cities. Participants are responsible for booking their own travel to Israel, airport transfer, and all other transportation needs.


Catering 

Participants are responsible for their own catering during the conference. There are numerous restaurants and catering facilities in the immediate vicinity of the conference venue, which can be used during lunch breaks or between events. 

The main language of the conference is English. A fee-based translation service will be offered in the following languages: German, Russian, and Spanish. If there is sufficient demand, translation services can also be provided in Polish, French, and other languages.  

Translation can be booked directly at the time of registration for €15 plus advance booking fee.  

Note: No translation service can be offered for the events in the cities. 

Bookings for groups of 5 or more people can be sent directly to info@marschdeslebens.org with the full names, nationality, and date of birth of the participants, as well as information on whether translation is required. An invoice will then be sent to the purchaser, payable 14 days before the start of the conference. 

Children and young people are warmly welcome at the conference and the marches, but childcare cannot be provided. We ask parents to take responsibility for their children themselves.  

Children from the age of 14 require a paid ticket. 

Despite the tense situation, Israel is a country where you can move around normally and without fear if you follow the safety regulations. At the same time, we are constantly monitoring and evaluating the current situation in close consultation with the local authorities and will adjust the program if necessary. 

Organized by
Marsch des Lebens e.V.

Der Marsch des Lebens ist eine Initiative von Jobst und Charlotte Bittner und den evangelisch-freikirchlichen TOS Diensten aus Tübingen in Deutschland. Gemeinsam mit Nachkommen deutscher Wehrmachts-, Polizei- und SS-Angehöriger veranstalten sie Gedenk- und Versöhnungsmärsche an Orten des Holocaust in Europa und weltweit.

Seit dem Beginn der Bewegung im Jahr 2007 haben bisher Märsche in mehr als 20 Nationen und hunderten Städten und Ortschaften stattgefunden – in Zusammenarbeit mit Christen der unterschiedlichsten Kirchen und Denominationen sowie mit vielen jüdischen Gemeinden. 

Der Marsch des Lebens steht für:

  • Erinnern
  • Aufarbeitung der Vergangenheit, Holocaustüberlebenden eine Stimme geben.
  • Versöhnen
  • Heilung und Wiederherstellung zwischen den Nachkommen der Täter- und Opfergeneration.
  • Ein Zeichen setzen
  • für Israel und gegen den modernen Antisemitismus.

Der Marsch des Lebens hat in jedem Land einen eigenen Namen und eine eigene Identität – „March of Remembrance“ in den USA, „Marcha de La Vida” in Lateinamerika oder „Marsz Życia” in Polen -, die Botschaft bleibt immer dieselbe. Es war das gleichgültige Schweigen der Mehrheit, das den Holocaust überhaupt ermöglicht hat. Eine Gleichgültigkeit, die auch heute den Weg für Antisemitismus und Fremdenhass bahnt. Der Marsch des Lebens verbindet die persönliche Aufarbeitung der Geschichte mit einer öffentlichen Stimme gegen heutigen Antisemitismus in Freundschaft mit Israel.


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