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Holy wayside shrine: Saint Jude Thaddeus

Holy wayside shrine: Saint Jude Thaddeus

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Holy wayside shrine: Saint Jude Thaddeus

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Location: Wershofen, Ahrweiler, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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October 7, 2024

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On the side of the road, beautifully restored and designed with attention to detail.

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July 19, 2025

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Mr. Robert Retzmann worked in a quarry while in Russian captivity and became seriously ill. He vowed that upon his return home, he would erect a wayside shrine in honor of Saint Jude Thaddeus. This apostle is often implored for help in desperate situations. Robert Retzmann was one of the last prisoners of war to return home. He then erected this wayside shrine himself.
This wayside shrine was dedicated by the then pastor, Dr. Dr. Franz Kennez, with the participation of the entire village community. Source: Information board on site

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June 16, 2024

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Elevation 410 m

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Saturday 27 June

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Location: Wershofen, Ahrweiler, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany

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