Église Saint-Efflam de Plestin-les-Grèves
Église Saint-Efflam de Plestin-les-Grèves, Gothic Catholic church in Plestin-les-Grèves, France.
Description
The church displays Gothic architecture from the 15th century with a 13th-century bell tower, featuring ribbed vaults, stained glass windows, and elaborate stonework that exemplifies traditional Breton ecclesiastical design.
History
Construction began in the 15th century on the site of an earlier chapel, with the building undergoing multiple modifications and restorations over five centuries until World War II.
Culture
Dedicated to Saint Efflam, a locally venerated Breton saint whose relics were discovered in 1819, the church serves as an important pilgrimage destination and community gathering place for religious ceremonies.
Practical
The church remains active for regular Catholic masses and religious festivals, with guided tours available through local tourism offices for visitors interested in its architectural and historical significance.
Did you know?
The building features an unusual layout with five naves instead of the traditional single nave, creating a wider-than-long interior that reflects centuries of architectural adaptations and expansions.
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