Chapelle Saint-Vit de Saverne, Natural cave chapel in Saverne, France
Chapelle Saint-Vit de Saverne is a chapel housed within a sandstone cave that extends roughly 24 meters into the rock face. The space includes a prayer area with a porch that opens to views across the Zorn Valley below.
The site served as a pilgrimage destination from the 15th century onward, with a formal chapel structure established in 1542. It has remained a place of religious gathering ever since.
The chapel continues to serve as a place for religious gatherings that mark the calendar year. You can sense the connection between this sacred space and the community that comes together here.
The cave entrance is reachable from the main road and the path is clearly marked. Visitors should expect uneven ground and damp conditions, particularly in cooler months.
During the 1500s and 1600s, people suffering from mysterious dancing fits came here seeking healing. These unusual medical conditions made the place a well-known refuge for those afflicted.
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