Leuk Charnel House
A hidden cellar beneath St. Stephan's Church in Leuk, Switzerland, housing a 20-meter-long wall of skulls and precious artwork.

πŸ“œ Ossuary from the early 16th century, discovered during a 1981 restoration project.
πŸ” Features a 20-meter-long wall of skulls and medieval statues.

Why Go

πŸ’€ See a unique 9-foot-tall, 65-foot-long wall of skulls.
πŸ–ΌοΈ Discover 13th-16th century artwork, including a PiΓ¨ta and Danse Macabre fresco.
πŸ“œ Read the memento mori inscription: "What you are, we once were. What we are, you will become."
🏘️ Explore a historic little town enlivened by this discovery.

Tips

🚢 Can be visited daily.
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Suitable for adults, children >12 years, 50+, and groups.

Hours

πŸ•’ Daily.

Last updated 6 days ago

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