Pilgrimage area of Annaberg

The Annaberg pilgrimage area is a religious site with a church building and Stations of the Cross scattered across elevated terrain near Haltern am See. The complex spreads across the hilltop with interconnected paths guiding visitors between each sacred station.

This site emerged from a local pilgrimage vow and gained religious importance through the veneration of Saint Anne. The buildings reflect construction methods that developed in Westphalia over centuries of religious architecture.

Local believers gather here to practice their faith and participate in processions that mark the religious calendar. This place has developed as a center for prayer and spiritual practice over many generations.

The site is accessible on foot through interconnected paths, though some sections involve elevation changes. Wear sturdy shoes and allow time to walk the full route at a comfortable pace.

The elevated position reveals views of the Westphalian landscape gradually as you climb the hillside. This setting turns the visit into both a physical and spiritual experience.

Location: Haltern am See

GPS coordinates: 51.72590,7.15541

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:04