Tour de l'Oratoire

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Tour de l'Oratoire, Medieval fortified tower in Brittany, France.

The Tour de l'Oratoire stands tall with stone walls and defensive features, representing the military architecture of medieval Brittany in northern France.

Built around 1220, the Tour de l'Oratoire served as a strategic defensive structure during a period of territorial expansion and fortification in medieval France.

The tower demonstrates the architectural techniques and defensive strategies employed by medieval builders in the Brittany region of France.

The tower maintains regular visiting hours throughout the year, with guided tours available that explain its architectural features and historical function.

Each stone in the tower's construction reflects specific masonry methods from the 13th century, providing insights into medieval building techniques.

GPS coordinates: 48.12448,-1.21568

Latest update: March 5, 2025 16:36

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Tour de l'Oratoire: Medieval fortified tower in Brittany, France » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes