Vannes et sa femme, 16th-century stone sculpture in Vannes, France
The granite sculpture represents two polychrome busts of a couple integrated into a half-timbered house facade at Bienheureux-Pierre-René-Rogue street corner.
Dating from the 16th century, this sculpture belongs to a house that was owned by Gilles de Bretagne and received historical monument status in 1929.
The sculpture follows a regional tradition, as similar couples appear on buildings in other Morbihan towns like Landévant, Questembert, Malestroit, and Pontivy.
Located at the intersection of Bienheureux-Pierre-René-Rogue and Noé streets, the sculpture stands at the southwest corner of Valencia square.
In spring 2010, after part of the male figure's head detached, French building services replaced the upper portion of the skull.
Location: Vannes
Address: 3 Rue des Halles 56000 Vannes
GPS coordinates: 47.65670,-2.75761
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
Vannes is a medieval town in Brittany with fortifications dating from the 13th century, including preserved walls, fortified gates, and towers. Saint-Pierre Cathedral, originally built in the 13th century and later modified, stands in the heart of the old town surrounded by half-timbered houses and cobbled streets. The Musée de la Cohue displays collections of regional art and history, while the Musée d'Histoire et d'Archéologie presents artifacts from Gaulish and Roman periods. The marina connects the town to the Gulf of Morbihan, a protected bay with more than 40 islands. Historic sites include the 14th-century Château de l'Hermine, once a ducal residence, and several religious buildings such as Église Saint-Patern. The Porte Saint-Vincent, a 17th-century city gate, leads to the center with squares like Place Henri IV and Place Gambetta. The Marché des Lices, a weekly market, takes place in the old town. Beyond the walls lie the Marais de Séné nature reserve with salt marshes and birdwatching stations, and Branféré animal park about 12 miles (20 km) away. Conleau beach provides access to the gulf, and boat tours by Vedettes du Golfe depart from the harbor.
Vannes Cathedral
152 m
Vannes ramparts
136 m
Château de l'Hermine
119 m
Château-Gaillard
35 m
Musée de la Cohue
101 m
Halle des Lices
112 m
Tour du Connétable de Vannes
130 m
Gardens by the City Walls
156 m
Hôtel de Francheville
112 m
Vannes Centre Historique
21 m
Maison de Saint-Vincent
17 m
Hôtel Saint-Georges
33 m
Maison, 11 place des Lices
84 m
Place Saint-Pierre
103 m
Pipe organ of Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Vannes
152 m
Maison, 21 rue Saint-Guenhaël
127 m
Maison, 2 rue Émile Burgault à Vannes
142 m
Maison, 19 rue Saint-Guenhaël
131 m
Maison, 29 rue Saint-Guenhaël
109 m
Maison, 2 place Henri IV
126 m
Maison, 6 place Henri IV (Vannes)
132 m
Maison, 10 rue Saint-Salomon (Vannes)
115 m
Maison, 31 rue Saint-Guenhaël
100 m
Maison, 25-27 rue Saint-Guenhaël
117 m
Maison, 23 rue Saint-Guenhaël
122 m
Maison, 17 rue Saint-Guenhaël
136 m
Maison, 1 place Henri IV
114 m
Maison, 23 rue des Halles
75 mReviews
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