Calvary at Plougastel-Daoulas

The Calvary at Plougastel-Daoulas is a stone structure standing about 10 meters high, built from granite and kersantite with an octagonal base. Four arched buttresses support the monument and display a total of 182 stone statues forming an extensive religious ensemble.

The monument was built between 1602 and 1604 to mark the end of the 1598 plague epidemic. It suffered considerable damage during World War II bombings in 1944.

The monument displays 28 scenes depicting biblical stories, with each side oriented to a cardinal direction. The stonework reflects local traditions and artistic preferences of the time.

The monument is accessible to visitors throughout the year and offers wheelchair access to observe the detailed stonework and religious sculptures. The surrounding area allows for a comfortable walk around the structure to view all sides and their different scenes.

Four evangelists appear on the buttresses wearing 17th-century Breton clothing instead of traditional biblical garments. This unusual choice shows how local artists integrated their own culture into a religious work.

Location: Plougastel-Daoulas

Inception: 1602

Made from material: kersantite

GPS coordinates: 48.37393,-4.37008

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06