Wildkirchli Chapel (St. Michael's Cave Chapel)

Wildkirchli, Chapel of St. Michael - history
In 1621, Father Philippus Tanner from Appenzell went to the Wildkirchli to bless the cattle. He was so taken with this cave that he wanted to stay there. He asked the authorities to erect an altar, a small turret and a cross for him. In the same year, a service was held in the cave, which was dedicated to the chapel, with a large number of people from Appenzell. In 1649 the license was renewed. Over the years, however, the image of the Wildkirchli has changed somewhat, especially the altar cave. In 1860 the chapel-like sacristy was removed and replaced by today's wooden bell tower. The bright marble altar was erected in 1896. The altar, created by Franz Magnus Sutter in 1770, was restored in 1935 and covered with a blue canopy by painter Joh. Hugentobler. In 1958 the wooden canopy had to be almost completely replaced. In 1986 August Lnauen redesigned the place of worship.
Text / Source: Appenzellerland Tourismus
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Very impressive what has been created up here. Especially when you consider that all this was created in times without cable cars.

Very impressive, beautiful to look at! Services are also held here.