Corona-Kapelle, Chapel in Arget, Sauerlach, Germany
St. Corona is a former Roman Catholic pilgrimage chapel in Arget, part of Sauerlach, with a hipped roof and a ridge turret. Inside are a simple wooden altar and numerous depictions of Saint Corona. An inscription on the east side reads: "Müder Wanderer stehe still, mach bei Sankt Corona Rast."
The discovery of a wooden statue in the area prompted the construction of the first chapel in 1648 at this location. The original building was demolished in 1807, but a new structure was erected in 1820 using materials recovered from the earlier site.
The chapel is dedicated to Saint Corona, whose feast day is 14 May; devotions are still occasionally held around that date. The building's east side bears an inscription inviting weary walkers to rest and pray at Sankt Corona. In 2019 and 2020, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Germany donated an icon of the saint after holding a prayer service here during the pandemic.
The building sits in a wooded area, so wearing comfortable shoes and preparing for uneven ground is recommended. The best time to visit is during drier months when paths around the chapel are easily accessible.
During the pandemic of 2019 to 2020, Orthodox clergy held special prayers and rituals at the chapel for those affected by the crisis. This unexpected use by a different Christian tradition shows how the place served community needs across denominational boundaries.
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