The Grotto of the Redemption is a religious shrine in West Bend. The shrine is made of up nine mineral-rich grottos which depict scenes from the life of Christ. It is thought to be the largest grotto in the world. The site also features one of the largest collections of fossils, minerals, and petrifications in the world.

The rocks and minerals that make up the site are thought to be valued at over $4 million. There is an onsite museum that displays precious and semi-precious stones from around the world. The property offers tours of the shrine, a restaurant, a store, and campsites.

208 1st Avenue NW, West Bend, IA 50597, Phone: 515-887-2371

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