For a Beautiful and Calming Day-Long Excursion, Make A Trip To Saint Anne’s Shrine in Vermont
The Champlain Islands in Vermont don’t always get the attention they deserve. The islands have stunning views of Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains, great restaurants, and plenty of possibilities for day excursions. One of which is Saint Anne’s Shrine on Isle La Motte. If you are looking for a calming and spiritual day excursion in Vermont, take a pilgrimage to Isle La Motte to see the serene and beautiful Saint Anne’s Shrine. With an old history and situated on the gorgeous island of Isle La Motte surrounded by Lake Champlain, a visit to Saint Annes’ Shrine s a wonderful way to spend a spring or summer day in Vermont.
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The Roman Catholic shrine of Saint Anne is located on 32 acres of beautiful land with access to the shores of Lake Champlain.
Saint Anne is the mother of the Virgin Mary, and in the 17th century, a fort and a chapel were constructed on Isle La Motte as a line of defense to protect Montreal. The fort and chapel were both dedicated to Saint Anne.
At Saint Anne's Shrine you can roam the grounds and visit the various statues and plaques. There is also daily Mass in the chapel, a picnic area, a cafe, and a gift shop.
It doesn't matter if you are coming for Mass or simply a walk through the gardens. Either way you will find peace and a sacred and divine natural environment.
With access to the shores of Lake Champlain and views of the Adirondack Mountains, you will be in a perfect place to stop and reflect on all that is important in your life and surroundings.
Have you visited Isle La Motte before? Did you make it to Saint Anne’s Shrine? We would love to hear your thoughts on either Saint Anne’s Shrine or Isle La Motte. Leave a comment below and let us know how your experiences in the Champlain Islands went.
Luke was born and raised in Colchester, Vermont, and is a recent graduate of the University of Vermont where he studied philosophy and economics. His interests and hobbies include: reading, writing, learning new languages, hiking and playing outdoor sports.
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