The field chapel is dedicated to Saint Gerlachus van Houthem. The famous hermit lived at the beginning of the Middle Ages. He was originally a knight from Houthem, but after the death of his wife he left his hometown and went on a pilgrimage. When he returned, he decided to give up all luxury and lived a secluded life in a hollow oak tree.

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This small field chapel on the outskirts of Gemert is dedicated to Saint Gerlach of Houthem, a saint venerated primarily by farmers and agriculturalists in this region. Gerlach lived in …

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Elevation 60 m

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Monday 9 February

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