Le Pinacle

Le Pinacle is a rocky outcrop on the coastal edge of Les Landes in Saint Ouen that reveals layers of human occupation spanning thousands of years. The site displays tool-working remains, dwelling evidence, and the foundations of a rectangular temple built during the Roman period.

The site was first occupied by stone tool makers in prehistoric times and later used by communities throughout the Bronze and Iron Ages. The Roman construction of a temple there shows the location held importance across many centuries for successive populations.

Ancient communities used the dolerite deposits at Le Pinacle to manufacture axe heads during both the Neolithic period and Bronze Age.

The location is accessible on foot through Saint Ouen and sits near the Les Landes landscape area. Visiting at low tide allows you to see more of the site's exposed features.

The site shows evidence of multiple constructed earthworks at different levels, suggesting the location served repeated needs for defense and exchange across generations. These overlapping construction phases reveal how different communities valued the same strategic spot throughout thousands of years.

Location: Saint Ouen

GPS coordinates: 49.24757,-2.25267

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:46