Discover the most beautiful pilgrimage sites in Switzerland

Pilgrimage sites in Switzerland – Brissago

HISTORY In 1767, the pilgrimage church and the Calvary chapel were built. The constructions were made possible by financial support from the successful merchant Antonio Francesco Branca (1714-1778). In 1773, the…

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Places of pilgrimage in Switzerland – Einsiedeln

HISTORY The Abbey of Einsiedeln was founded by the Benedictine monk Meinrad (Meginrat) of Einsiedeln (c.797-861). He was a German hermit and was later canonised. Meinrad is depicted with two...

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Places of pilgrimage in Switzerland – Gubel (Menzingen)

HISTORY During religious wars in Switzerland, Mary appeared to Catholic fighters on Mount Gubel on the night of 11–23 October 1531, giving them strength. On 11…

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Pilgrimage sites in Switzerland – Longeborgne

HISTORY In the year 1522, Franciscans are granted permission to erect a chapel in honour of Our Lady and Saint Francis. Their project is realised in a very damp area…

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Pilgrimage sites in Switzerland – Mariastein

HISTORY Since the Middle Ages, Mariastein has been a place of pilgrimage in the Swiss part of the Jura Mountains. Around 1384, a legend arose, bringing this place fame. The story is that a…

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Places of pilgrimage in Switzerland – Morbio Inferiore

HISTORY In 1148, the name “Morbio Subteriori” is mentioned for the first time. Years later, the place would be called Morbio Inferiore. A story lies at the foundation of this Marian shrine. There…

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Pilgrimage sites in Switzerland – Obersolis

HISTORY Around 1330, “Ze Soles” is first mentioned, later renamed Solis. In 1354, there is already a chapel. Father Bernardo di Marone and fellow brother Lorenzo...

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Places of pilgrimage in Switzerland – Orselina

Developing this pilgrimage site is very special, as this is the 200th pilgrimage site in the Maria Chamber. HISTORY The origin of the pilgrimage site is due to an appearance of Mary. The…

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Places of pilgrimage in Switzerland – Siviriez/La Pierraz

HISTORY Marguerite Bays (1815-1879) came from a simple, agricultural background. She was very devout and had great devotion to the Mother of God. Her profession was a seamstress. In her youth, she decided…

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Pilgrimage sites in Switzerland – Vorbourg

HISTORY A legend lies at the root of the Vorbourg place of pilgrimage. The story goes: In the 11th century, a devout woman lived as a hermit in the vicinity of Vorbourg…

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