The Tunnel of Love, Klevan, Ukraine

The Tunnel of Love is a section of industrial railway located near Klevan, Ukraine, that links it with Orzhiv. It is a railway surrounded by green arches and is three to five kilometers in length. It is known for being a favorite place for couples to take walks.

 

The line starts at Klevan station, on the Kovel-Rivne line, and reaches the northern area of Orzhiv, also served by a station on the main line. The whole line is about 6.4 km long., and about 4.9 km is covered by forest, within which this tunnel stretches anywhere from 3 to said 4.9 km, depending on how individuals count it. 

 

 

Tunnel of Love one of the most romantic sights in Ukraine which always attracts romantics and honeymooners. It is believed that there are a couple in love can make a wish together and if the love is real then it will come true.

Tunnel of Love extraordinarily beautiful in spring, summer or autumn. Locals say that Tunnel of Love is also very beautiful after a heavy snowfall in winter. Tunnel of Love is considered "a place of blessing" for couples. Unique landscaping of Tunnel of Love created directly by nature and the train with several cars that passes through the tunnel and comb out branches of trees maintaining the shape of Tunnel of Love. 

 

A train transporting wood to the nearby fiberboard factory runs three times daily. Otherwise, the railway tracks through the tree tunnel make for a lovely stroll for couples and singles alike. The romantic setting earned this stretch of track its nickname, the “Tunnel of Love.” It’s also called the Green Mile Tunnel, for the bright leafy branches that arch over the railway. The tunnel is at its lushest during the spring and summer when the trees are at the peak of their leafiness, but the colorful foliage of fall and snow-covered branches of winter make for captivating sights as well. Local legend has it that couples who visit the tunnel will be granted a wish, provided their intentions are sincere.