Tumulus de Nillizien, Archaeological burial mound in Pontivy, France.
Description
The Tumulus de Nillizien is a circular stone mound covered with earth, roughly 5.4 meters across and 1.7 meters tall. Inside are dry stone chambers that held the remains of what was likely a Celtic leader.
History
This burial monument was built during the Iron Age around 600 BCE for an important leader. Its interior contained stacked niches and a cinerary urn holding incinerated human remains.
Culture
This site reflects how Celtic communities honored their dead through earth mounds and stone chambers. Visitors can see the burial method that was important to these ancient people and their social customs.
Practical
This site is located in the western section of Square Lenglier near Saint-Joseph Church and is easy to reach. Since it sits outdoors, visitors should check weather conditions before planning a visit.
Did you know?
This mound was originally found in 1890 near Silfiac hamlet and was later taken apart piece by piece. Archaeologist Jérôme Le Brigand reconstructed the entire structure at its current location in Pontivy.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Pontivy).
Pontivy Castle
893 m
Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Joie de Pontivy
489 m
Sainte-Noyale Chapel
5.4 km
Église Saint-Mériadec-de-Stival de Pontivy
3.1 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame de la Houssaye
2.3 km
Caserne Clisson
319 m
Église Saint-Joseph de Pontivy
50 m
Chapelle Sainte-Tréphine de Pontivy
1.4 km
Île des Récollets
966 m
Fontaine de Saint-Mériadec
3.3 km
Chapelle de Cohazé
4.5 km
Croix de la Houssaye
2.3 km
Calvaire de la Croix-de-Gohazé
4.6 km
Église Saint-Thuriau
5.4 km
Rue du Fil
561 m
Écluse de La Cascade
1.6 km
Théâtre des Halles
636 m
Frédéric Henri Le Normand de Lourmel
281 m
Rendez-vous de chasse des Rohan
621 m
Maison des Trois-Piliers
584 m
Château du Gros-Chêne
2.2 km
Chapelle Saint-Ivy de la Congrégation
552 m
Chapelle Saint-Michel du Sourn
2.6 km
Écluse d'isolement des Récollets
838 m
Maison, 14 rue du Pont
607 m
Magasin à fourrages
52 m
Maison, 4 rue du Fil
586 m
Maison, 6 rue du Fil
582 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes