Chapelle Sainte-Anne de l'Île de Batz, Romanesque chapel on Île-de-Batz, France
Chapelle Sainte-Anne de l'Île de Batz is a Romanesque chapel located on a small island off the Breton coast, featuring a Latin cross floor plan with a semicircular apse. The building displays transept arms with small radiating chapels at each eastern end, reflecting typical medieval architectural design.
The chapel was built in the late 10th century on the grounds of a former monastery and was originally known as Saint Paul's Church. It was abandoned in the 16th century after sand accumulation made the site difficult to maintain and use.
The chapel bears the name of Saint Anne, patroness of Brittany, connecting visitors to centuries of regional devotion and spiritual tradition. This religious significance remains woven into the identity of those who know the island and its history.
The chapel is located near Jardin Georges Delaselle at the southern tip of the island and is accessible year-round. The ruins can be viewed from the exterior, and sturdy footwear is recommended since the ground is uneven and the area tends to be windy.
The northern transept arm contains geometric patterns carved into the pillar capitals, representing uncommon decorative elements in Romanesque design. These fine carvings show the skilled stonework of medieval artisans.
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