The chapel on the old Gemmiweg is dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua and was first mentioned in 1705. The small hamlet of Birchen is surrounded by meadows with a beautiful view of the Balmhorn (3,698 meters) above Leukerbad.

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Hans Künzler

September 17, 2017

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This chapel is mentioned for the first time in 1705. It is dedicated to St. Saint Anthony of Padua. It has been of great importance to the people of Leukerbad …

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Maddin

April 28, 2020

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Nearby there is a small bar with delicious homemade iced tea.

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