Walburgiskapelle, church building in Fürth-Weschnitz
Walburgiskapelle is a small chapel standing on a hill called Kapellenberg above the village of Fürth-Weschnitz in the Odenwald. The simple stone structure has a rectangular shape with a tiny bell tower on its roof, a niche above the entrance holding a saint figure, and behind it sits a larger hall built in the 1930s along with an outdoor stone altar used for open-air worship.
The earliest known chapel on this site dates to 1671, though it was replaced by a new building in 1815. During the 1930s, an additional meeting hall was added to accommodate more visitors and ceremonies.
The chapel is dedicated to Saint Walburga, a figure from the eighth century who remains deeply honored in this region. Visitors can see how the site continues as a pilgrimage destination today, especially on May 1st when people gather here for prayer and celebration.
The chapel sits on a hillside and is reached via a steep but well-used forest path that forms part of the popular Nibelungensteig hiking trail. The approach is straightforward, and the wooded surroundings provide shade and quiet, making the climb itself a peaceful and reflective experience.
Saint Walburga is believed to produce an oil known as Walburgisöl that is said to have healing powers. Many visitors come with the hope of seeking her help, and this belief remains alive in the rural communities of the region.
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