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 17, 2025 09:55
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