Heilig Hüsli, Bridge chapel near Seedamm in Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland
The Heilig Hüsli stands on a 4-meter-high base near Lake Zürich, measuring 2 meters by 3 meters with a west-facing apse and peaked roof design.
Built in 1551 as part of a wooden bridge connecting Rapperswil with Hurden, the chapel remained isolated in Lake Zurich until the wooden bridge reconstruction in 2001.
The chapel maintains its position along the Jakobsweg pilgrimage route, featuring a replica of a historical fresco created by artist Marlies Pekarek on its walls.
Visitors can access the chapel through the wooden footbridge, with regular train connections available from Rapperswil station to major Swiss cities throughout the day.
The structure stands on a small island between Lake Zürich and Obersee, marking the location where medieval pilgrims stopped for prayers during their journey.
Location: canton St. Gallen
Location: Rapperswil-Jona
Inception: 15 century
Address: Holzsteg
GPS coordinates: 47.22200,8.81488
Latest update: March 21, 2025 06:24
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