Chapelle Sainte-Anne de l'Île de Batz

The chapel features a Latin cross layout with a semicircular apse and transept arms, each containing small radiating chapels at the eastern end.

Built in the late 10th century as Saint Paul's Church on a former monastery site, the structure was abandoned in the 16th century due to sand accumulation.

The chapel hosts an annual religious celebration on the last Sunday of July, bringing the community together to honor Saint Anne, patroness of Brittany.

Located near the Jardin Georges Delaselle at the southern tip of the island, the chapel ruins remain partially accessible for exterior viewing throughout the year.

The chapel's northern transept contains remnants of geometric patterns carved into the pillar capitals, representing rare decorative elements in Romanesque architecture.

Location: Île-de-Batz

Architectural style: Romanesque architecture

GPS coordinates: 48.74193,-3.99329

Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:08