Place Saint-Pierre, Medieval square in Vannes, France
Place Saint-Pierre features stone-paved streets surrounded by traditional buildings, including timber-framed houses and local shops from different historical periods.
During the Roman era, the ground floor of La Cohue building on Place Saint-Pierre contained merchant stalls, while the first floor hosted parliamentary proceedings.
The square connects to numerous architectural elements, including the Cathedral of Vannes and house number 9, which represents municipal design from the 15th century.
The pedestrian area provides direct access to cafes, restaurants, and shops, with parking facilities located 467 meters from the square.
The building at La Cohue transformed from a medieval marketplace to a theater and currently functions as a museum, displaying the evolution of local heritage.
Location: Vannes
Address: Pl. Saint-Pierre, 56000 Vannes, France 56000 Vannes 56000 Vannes
GPS coordinates: 47.65761,-2.75734
Latest update: March 6, 2025 23:26
The monuments of Vannes include 13th-century ramparts, Saint Peter's Cathedral, the Cohue Museum, and medieval half-timbered houses. The city also features a marina, public gardens, and natural areas like the Marais de Séné. Its architectural heritage comprises fortified gates, historic squares, and several noteworthy religious buildings.
Vannes Cathedral
50 m
Rempart
166 m
Vannes et sa femme
103 m
Château de l'Hermine
179 m
Château-Gaillard
92 m
Musée de la Cohue
12 m
Tour du Connétable de Vannes
171 m
Gardens by the City Walls
181 m
Château de la Motte
137 m
Vannes Centre Historique
103 m
Maison de Saint-Vincent
87 m
Hôtel Saint-Georges
74 m
Maison, 11 place des Lices
187 m
Pipe organ of Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Vannes
50 m
Maison, 21 rue Saint-Guenhaël
47 m
Maison, 19 rue Saint-Guenhaël
51 m
Maison, 2 rue Émile Burgault à Vannes
52 m
Maison, 2 place Henri IV
32 m
Maison, 29 rue Saint-Guenhaël
32 m
Maison, 23 rue des Halles
64 m
Maison, 10 rue Saint-Salomon (Vannes)
75 m
Maison, 31 rue Saint-Guenhaël
35 m
Maison, 25-27 rue Saint-Guenhaël
38 m
Maison, 23 rue Saint-Guenhaël
42 m
Maison, 17 rue Saint-Guenhaël
56 m
Maison, 1 place Henri IV
29 m
Maison, 6 place Henri IV (Vannes)
40 m
Musee D'histoire Et D'archeologie
107 mReviews
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