Menhirs Babouin et Babouine, menhir à Trédion (Morbihan)
The Menhirs Babouin and Babouine are two large upright granite stones located in Trédion, Brittany, dating from the Neolithic period. They show rough-hewn surfaces with subtle carved details, including what appears to be a face on the Babouin stone and a larger form on the Babouine stone standing several meters tall.
The stones date from the Neolithic period, roughly 3000 to 5000 years ago, and belong to a broader megalithic tradition found across Brittany. They gained official protection as historical monuments in 1933, ensuring their preservation as important archaeological heritage.
The names Babouin and Babouine are local designations passed down through generations, reflecting the community's long connection to these stones. The site remains a place for reflection, where visitors can sense the spiritual meaning these menhirs held for the region's earliest people.
The site is easily accessible and generally open to visitors at no cost during daylight hours, with information panels explaining the history and details of the stones. The open field location allows visitors to approach the stones from different angles and enjoy a simple walk.
The exact origin of the names Babouin and Babouine remains mysterious, though a local story possibly links them to Jean Babouin, who was granted the island of Groix in 1426. Researchers suspect the two stones may be remnants of a single megalithic stele that was later modified or recarved.
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