Hermitage of Gurnemanz, Folly hermitage in Ettal, Germany
The hermitage stands near Schloss Linderhof at 935 meters elevation, featuring a bell tower and leaning against rocks in a forest setting.
King Ludwig II commissioned the construction of this hermitage in 1877, drawing inspiration from Richard Wagner's opera character Gurnemanz in Parsifal.
The structure represents spiritual contemplation through its architecture, connecting Wagner's operatic themes with physical manifestation in the Bavarian landscape.
Private donations in 1999 and 2000 enabled the reconstruction of the hermitage, which now stands 150 meters west of the new Hundinghütte.
The building includes relocated flower-filled lawns that were specifically arranged before royal visits to create an environment matching Ludwig II's vision.
Location: Ettal
GPS coordinates: 47.56860,10.96810
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:00
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