St. Odile, Forest sanctuary in Waldsee district, Freiburg, Germany.
The church stands at 480 meters elevation in a clearing within the upper St. Odile ravine, featuring a spring integrated into its structure.
The first chapel was built in 679, followed by reconstructions in 1100 and 1503, with major restorations after Swedish forces damaged it in 1632.
The church honors Saint Odile, depicted with an abbess bar and a book showing eyes, representing her birth as blind and connection to eye healing.
Visitors can access the church through a car-free driveway or follow the way of the cross path starting from Kartäuserstraße.
Medieval frescoes were discovered during the 1966 restoration, adding substantial historical value to the religious structure.
Location: Freiburg im Breisgau
GPS coordinates: 48.00310,7.89926
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:44
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