This special event invites participants of all faiths – or none, to walk together in unity, remembrance and hope.

Beginning at the Memorial Indigenous Gardens at Mannerim and following the Bellarine Rail Trail to Queenscliff, this journey invites each pilgrim to step away from the noise of daily life and walk a path of peace, prayer and hope.

In the spirit of the Catholic Church’s Jubilee Year 2025 – Pilgrims of Hope, we come together to reflect on a world shaped by conflict, yet alive with the promise of renewal.

This Camino turns remembrance into movement: a symbolic act of turning the way to war into the prayerful path to peace and hope.

Though inspired by the Christian tradition of pilgrimage, the Peace Camino warmly welcomes people of all faiths and goodwill. As we walk through Waddawurrung country we acknowledge this sacred ground walked once by the First Nations people. We walk along the rail line that was once used by the defence forces to supply the Queenscliff Fort during times of war. We now walk it in unity, with purpose and in hope for peace.

Sunday 9 November 2025

Meet at Holy Trinity Parish Church
34 Stevens Street, Queenscliff

Pilgrims will be welcomed and checked in at our Church then we will be bussed out to the beginning of the walk to the Memorial Indigenous Gardens, Swan Bay Road, Mannerim.

Each participant will receive a Camino shell symbol and pebble for the pilgrimage

You will then catch a chartered bus to the starting point of the walk at the Memorial Indigenous Gardens, Mannerim.

After a welcome at the gardens, you will begin your journey with other pilgrims along the beautiful Rail Trail towards Queenscliff.

Although not a challenging walk, most of the way is downhill on a solid gravel or bitumen path, please be aware that it is approximately a three to four hour walk which is not suitable for people with mobility issues. The pilgrimage allows you to take in your natural surrounds whilst contemplating the importance of peace over war.

Please complete the Registration Form and join us on this important mission to follow on this prayerful path to peace and hope.

Payment

$25 per person. This covers administrative fee, bus transport & afternoon tea.

Please make payment via Trybooking by clicking on the link below or by scanning the QR code. Thank you.

https://www.trybooking.com/DEWAB