Hermitage of Notre-Dame du Scex
Hermitage of Notre-Dame du Scex, Chapel on mountainside in Saint-Maurice, Switzerland.
The hermitage of Notre-Dame du Scex stands against a rocky cliff face, featuring traditional stonework and containing multiple altars dedicated to different saints.
During past centuries, numerous monks inhabited this secluded chapel, establishing it as a center for meditation and religious practices in the Valais region.
The chapel maintains its position as a spiritual center where religious ceremonies occur throughout the year, connecting local communities through shared traditions.
Visitors can reach the hermitage through marked mountain trails, with winter conditions requiring additional preparation and appropriate hiking equipment.
The structure incorporates natural rock formations into its architecture, creating an exceptional integration between human construction and mountain geology.
Location: Saint-Maurice
Location: Valais
Part of: list of cultural properties in Saint-Maurice
GPS coordinates: 46.21627,6.99751
Latest update: March 6, 2025 03:12
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