St. Georgs-Kapelle (Berschis) — Local services in Walenstadt

Situated at 150 meters above the village of Berschis, this former Roman fortification and later, mediaeval castle affords the visitor breathtaking views over the surrounding countryside.

If you telephone the tourist office in advance, you can take a key with you in order to gain entry to the chapel. Once inside you will notice that there is no lighting, so the shutters may have to be opened. It also has a double Nave which is very unusual for this type of chapel and there are beautiful frescoes dating back to the 12th century.

Be warned though that it is a 20 minutes to half an hour hike from the town up to the chapel and it is very steep. Be prepared to stop often to catch your breath. No problem for the younger...

A must see. The first way up from the village is rather steep. Walk a bit further and take the second way up (still good shoes required). Unfortunately the church was closed 🥲. While in the area, do visit the well (Ughür Brunnä), the Roman graveyard (Hellig Bungert) and contemplate at the cave (Lourdesgrotte). In summer there is a box with books. So bring some food and sit on the...

An ancient church stays on a rock. As I understand it is 900 years old. The church is situated inside a former Roman castle. There are still visible walls and a protective moat of the castle. Old stairs are cut into the rock. Nearby there is a neolithic archeological area and a...