St. Korbinian, Chapel ruins on Weihenstephaner Berg in Freising, Germany.
St. Korbinian is a chapel on Weihenstephaner Berg that stands above a natural spring fed by water from the hillside. The preserved stone walls form the framework of this setting, protecting the Korbiniansbrünnlein spring below.
The chapel was built in 1718 by the Asam brothers following plans from Weihenstephan Abbey, replacing an earlier structure from 1608. It was demolished in 1803, though its remains have endured and were later restored.
People came here seeking healing water for their ailments, making the spring a focus of local devotion. This spiritual role shaped how the space was used and valued over centuries.
The site sits atop a hill and is reachable by walking paths that wind through the area with benches to rest along the way. The spring entrance is gated and only open on specific days, so plan your visit accordingly.
Local legend credits Saint Corbinian with creating the spring beneath the chapel, giving it a special spiritual role in the landscape. This connection between a saint and a natural water source remains rare and gives the place its distinctive character.
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