Heilig Hüsli, Bridge chapel near Seedamm in Rapperswil-Jona, Switzerland
The Heilig Hüsli is a small chapel standing on an elevated base near Lake Zurich and measuring roughly 2 by 3 meters (6 by 10 feet). It features a peaked roof and a west-facing altar area.
The chapel was built in 1551 as part of a wooden bridge connecting Rapperswil to Hurden. Following the bridge's reconstruction in 2001, it remains a historical landmark at this location.
The chapel sits along the Jakobsweg pilgrimage route and displays a fresco replica created by artist Marlies Pekarek on its interior walls. Visitors experience the place where pilgrims traditionally paused during their spiritual journey.
The chapel is accessible via a wooden footbridge that connects easily from the surrounding area. Train connections from Rapperswil link the location to other Swiss cities and provide straightforward travel options.
The chapel stands on a small island between two lakes and was long surrounded by water before the bridge was renewed. This isolated setting made it a special resting place for travelers.
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