Exhibit of Memorial Installation
Walk among thousands of shoes at Children's Square, each representing a siege victim
~9:00
Path of Remembrance Walk (Siege of Sarajevo)
Stazom sjećanja
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Apr 5, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each April 5, the city of Sarajevo walks the Path of Remembrance to mark the day the siege began. A silent walk honors the more than eleven thousand citizens and defenders killed between 1992 and 1995, in a solemn commemoration of a city that met its long ordeal with courage.
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Day 1 · Apr 5
Gathering at Children's Memorial
Participants and observers gather quietly at the memorial to begin the walk
~10:45
Silent March through City Center
March in silence alongside dozens of locals; see installations of 11,541 shoes and hear occasional musical tributes
~11:00
Where it happens
Spomenik ubijenoj djeci opkoljenog Sarajeva 92–95
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Comfortable walking shoes
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Path of Remembrance Walk (Siege of Sarajevo)
Stazom sjećanja
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Each April 5, the city of Sarajevo walks the Path of Remembrance to mark the day the siege began. A silent walk honors the more than eleven thousand citizens and defenders killed between 1992 and 1995, in a solemn commemoration of a city that met its long ordeal with courage.
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About Path of Remembrance Walk (Siege of Sarajevo)
During the siege of Sarajevo, despite constant shelling, residents used art and peaceful protest to maintain morale. The Path of Remembrance evokes this spirit of defiance through a modern memorial walk. It connects significant civic spaces (Children’s Memorial, Eternal Flame plaza, Baščaršija) and engages citizens with the history of the siege. By involving schoolchildren and volunteers every year, it reinforces Sarajevo’s tradition of preserving wartime...
This is a solemn remembrancerighting event. Dress conservatively (avoid loud or bright attire). Remain quiet and respectful; do not disturb the installation of shoes.
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The story behind it
During the siege of Sarajevo, despite constant shelling, residents used art and peaceful protest to maintain morale. The Path of Remembrance evokes this spirit of defiance through a modern memorial walk. It connects significant civic spaces (Children’s Memorial, Eternal Flame plaza, Baščaršija) and engages citizens with the history of the siege. By involving schoolchildren and volunteers every year, it reinforces Sarajevo’s t...
Key moments to know
Day 1Apr 54 moments
Day 1Apr 5~9:00Expected
Exhibit of Memorial Installation
Walk among thousands of shoes at Children's Square, each representing a siege victim
Day 1Apr 5~10:45Expected
Gathering at Children's Memorial
Participants and observers gather quietly at the memorial to begin the walk
Day 1Apr 5~11:00Expected
Silent March through City Center
March in silence alongside dozens of locals; see installations of 11,541 shoes and hear occasional musical tributes
Day 1Apr 5~11:30Expected
Tribute Performances
Listen to performances by youth choirs and cantors at memorial stops, fostering reflection
How to show up well
respectful presence
Dress for the setting
Comfortable walking shoes
Keep the visit respectful
Join the march quietly when invited, avoid talking; follow any instructions from organizers regarding standing...
Photo with care
This is a solemn remembrancerighting event. Dress conservatively (avoid loud or bright attire). Remain quiet an...
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Apr 5, 2026
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City / Area
Sarajevo
Bosniak Federation
Cost
Free public events available
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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