Mont Sainte-Odile, Mountain in Bas-Rhin, France
Mont Sainte-Odile is a forested mountain in the Vosges that houses a medieval monastery with the shrine of Saint Odile at its core. The site includes stone buildings, walking paths, and viewpoints that overlook the Rhine Valley and the landscape beyond.
The monastery was founded in the 7th century and is connected to Saint Odile, a figure from early medieval Alsatian history. The mountain and its structures underwent various phases of expansion and transformation across the centuries.
The mountain draws pilgrims from across Europe who come to visit the shrine dedicated to Saint Odile within the monastery grounds. The spiritual purpose of the place shapes how visitors move through it, with many taking time to sit in quiet prayer or light candles.
The mountain is accessible via several hiking trails with clear markings for different fitness levels. Parking is available at the base, and the monastery itself is straightforward to enter and explore on foot.
The mountain is encircled by an ancient stone wall made of countless stones that remains visible today. This wall predates the monastery and its exact origins remain mysterious.
Location: Bas-Rhin
Elevation above the sea: 764 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: Mont Sainte-Odile, 67530 Ottrott, France
Website: http://mont-sainte-odile.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.43746,7.40449
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:00
Alsace has preserved its historical structures through the centuries. The region extends from Rhine valley vineyards to forested Vosges heights and displays its past through castles, abbeys and museums. Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg stands above the Rhine plain, while Fort de Mutzig demonstrates early 20th-century German military architecture. Abbaye de Murbach ranks among the region's significant Romanesque buildings. Alsatian gardens combine botanical collections with historical grounds. Jardin Botanique Universitaire de Strasbourg presents over 6,000 plant species, Parc de Wesserling documents textile history through its grounds. Roseraie de Saverne displays more than 500 rose varieties. In the Vosges, Sentier des Roches crosses rock formations and mountain ridges, while Route des Crêtes connects summits over 50 miles (80 kilometers). Cultural heritage appears in village squares like Place de la Dîme in Eguisheim and in specialized collections. Musée Lalique in Wingen-sur-Moder exhibits glass art, Cave Historique des Hospices de Strasbourg has stored wines since the 16th century. Maison Rurale de l'Outre-Forêt documents rural life, while Observatoire Astronomique de Strasbourg counts among France's oldest university observatories.
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