Plougonven Parish close, Parish close in Plougonven, France
The Saint-Yves church, calvary, funeral chapel, and ossuary form a complete religious complex surrounded by stone walls on an elevated terrace.
Built between 1511 and 1523 by Philippe Beaumanoir in flamboyant Gothic style, the church suffered a major fire in 1930 and underwent restoration in 1933.
The calvary, erected in 1554 by Bastien and Henry Prigent, displays numerous carved figures depicting scenes from the life and Passion of Christ.
The interpretation center in Guimiliau provides detailed information about the parish closes of Brittany and their historical significance in the region.
The octagonal base of the calvary measures four meters high and contains inscriptions dedicated to those who pray for the deceased.
Location: Plougonven
Architectural style: Gothic art
GPS coordinates: 48.52170,-3.71217
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:55
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