(haipo) – Easter processions continue to march in Haifa and we inform you that on Sunday, May 4.5.2025, 5,000, nearly XNUMX Christian believers from across the country are expected to arrive in the city of Haifa to take part in the traditional procession of "Holy Mary" that the Latin Church holds every year.
The blockades will be in place from 16:00 PM in the downtown area and the procession will gradually reach Stella Maris, where heavy traffic is expected until 20:00 PM. A full update on the road blockades will be provided later today.
The police said:
The Israel Police has completed its preparations for the procession of the Virgin Mary, which will be held on Sunday, May 04.05.2025, 15, in the city of Haifa – from 00:19 PM to 30:XNUMX PM.
The Israel Police have completed their preparations for the Holy Mary Procession, which will take place today, 04.05.25, between 15:00 and 19:30, from the German Colony in Haifa towards Stella Maris.
Dozens of police officers will be deployed along the route of the procession, to ensure the safety of participants and the public, maintain public order, and direct traffic.
Traffic arrangements during the procession:
- Starting at 15:00 PM – Maginim Boulevard will be closed to traffic between the Ein Dor neighborhood and Rothschild Boulevard.
- Ben Gurion Boulevard – will be closed to traffic from Ha'atzmaut Street to Ha'Gafen Street.
- HaGefen Street – will be closed to traffic from the intersection of Zion/HaGefen Streets to Baron Hirsch Street.
- Stella Maris Road – will be closed to traffic from Tchernichovsky Street to HaGefen Street.
- No exit will be allowed from Bishop Hajar Street to Stella Maris Road.
- Traffic will be diverted to alternative routes – Zionist Boulevard and Allenby Road – depending on the progress of the procession.
- Traffic lanes will gradually reopen once the event ends.
Highlights and instructions for the public:
Public transportation will be diverted to alternative routes - it is recommended to check the official websites of transportation companies and the media in advance.
No vending stands will be permitted along the procession route, including the sale of alcohol.
No vehicle parking or vehicle access will be allowed on the parade route throughout the duration of the event.
The Israel Police calls on the public to be patient, obey police instructions, and plan arrival and travel routes in accordance with traffic arrangements.
During the procession, huge traffic jams will be created throughout the city of Haifa, and the Haifa Police will implement temporary closures on the traffic routes through which thousands of marchers will pass. The procession is expected to last nearly 4 hours, will set off at 16:00 PM, and will pass through the streets of: Maginim Boulevard, Ben Gurion Boulevard, HaGefen and Stella Maris.
Friends…coexistence…and they are not harmful at all
A charming and beautiful tradition, in many cities in Europe, especially in Spain and Italy, there are many religious processions, I have seen quite a few, they are also a point of attraction for many tourists. And I remember the processions as a very beautiful experience
Idolatry in the Holy Land Ugh, these stupid Christian statues are what they believe in.
But why 4 hours?
Why close down all of Haifa?
And those who have businesses or jobs or children's clubs
Why not wait and let go?
Even so, we in Haifa suffer.
So go somewhere else if you suffer. There are people from all walks of life here, why not respect them? A total of 4 hours a year. Not such a story.
A beautiful and respectful custom.
Haifa is a city of tolerance and patience. Respect for it and its residents of all religions.
Believers of all religions have the right to march, and it's okay if there are some traffic jams.
Shame and disgrace that they are allowed to do this in the Jewish state.
It hurts you a lot. I see. Don't use the products that are created. I want to see you live more than 24 hours. You trash can.
Why don't they say which roads will be closed?
I love you
Hahaha
Say thank you to Bibi.