This historical marker was created in 1993 by Friendly Village Markers and Freudenfest. It commemorates the mile-long procession route that honors the Christian Blessed Sacrament (Corpus Christi) on the 9th Sunday after Easter. The route includes four chapels, as well as woods, meadows, and village streets. The procession originated in 13th century Germany.
Inscription: “Located due north is the 1st of 4 chapels used in the procession. This annual devotion honors the Blessed Sacrament (Corpus Christi) on the 9th Sunday after Easter. It was first celebrated here in 1846, but originated in 13th century Germany. This solemn and colorful march follows a 1-mile route through woods, meadow & village streets.”
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