Esdonk Chapel
The small chapel of Mary Magdalene is first mentioned in the 16th century. In 1695, the chapel was purchased by the steward of the Teutonic Order (a religious military order), and the current chapel was built.
The small chapel of Mary Magdalene is first mentioned in the 16th century. In 1695, the chapel was purchased by the steward of the Teutonic Order (a religious military order), and the current chapel was built. The chapel is dedicated to Mary Magdalene, but is best known as the “Nail Chapel.” This is because devotion is focused on a reclining 16th-century statue of Christ. According to an old tradition, people offer rusty nails at the statue. This pilgrimage takes place throughout the year, but reaches its peak on Good Friday, the day of Christ’s crucifixion. The journey there and back must be made in silence. The pilgrimage is said to help cure sores and other skin conditions.
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