Since the 16th century, the people of Saalfelden have made a pilgrimage to the rock cave above Lichtenberg Castle. There they venerated the image of St. George. He is the patron saint of animals and below the cave the hermitage and a chapel were built on the rocks. Even today, hikers like to visit the hermitage to marvel at the fantastic panorama and the rock massif.

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May 22, 2022

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Almost nothing is reliably known about the life of Saint George, who has been venerated here for centuries, but the veneration of his person goes back a long way to …

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July 10, 2023

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From the Steinalm you can reach the hermitage via a narrow, dangerous forest path. When you arrive, you are greeted by a place of silence with a chapel built into the rock. The hermit is happy about everyone who comes by here. From here you have a beautiful view of Saalfelden and Lichtenberg Castle.

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