Saint-Vincent Gate, Baroque city gate in Vannes, France
The Saint-Vincent Gate is a baroque monument built in granite with three bays framed by columns across three levels, marking the northern entrance to Vannes's old town. It connects Place Gambetta to the harbor and forms a striking passage for pedestrians entering the medieval city center.
The gate was built between the late 16th and early 17th centuries as a crucial access point for merchants arriving from the harbor. In 1747, engineer Duchemin undertook substantial modifications and incorporated Italian architectural elements into the French original design.
The statue of Saint Vincent Ferrier stands at the top of the gate since 1624, with the current version dating from 1891 after the French Revolution.
The passageway is freely accessible to pedestrians at all times and serves as a natural route between the harbor and the old town. Visit earlier in the day to get the best views of the three levels and column details in good light.
The structure underwent substantial modifications in 1747 under engineer Duchemin, who incorporated Italian architectural elements into the existing French design.
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