Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Clarté de Perros-Guirec, Gothic chapel in Perros-Guirec, France
Notre-Dame-de-la-Clarté is a granite chapel in Perros-Guirec with a distinctive square tower crowned by a pink granite openwork belfry. Inside, polychrome wooden statues from the 17th century decorate the interior and depict religious figures and scenes.
Construction of the chapel started in 1445 under Pierre de Tournemine's direction during the Gothic period. It gained official protection as a historical monument in 1904.
The chapel serves as a spiritual center for the local fishing community, with many devotional objects left by seafarers seeking protection. These offerings reflect how the place has remained a living place of prayer for those connected to the sea.
The chapel is open to visitors during daytime hours with seasonal variations in opening times. It is easily accessible on foot and situated in a residential area near parking spots.
Model ships hang inside as votive offerings left by seafarers seeking protection for their voyages. These models tell stories of maritime tradition and the deep connection between this chapel and the coastal community.
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