RELIGIOUS HERITAGE

St Herlé Church - Ploaré

The construction dates from 1548, and its tower and spire are of a Gothic style typical of this area.

Don't miss the magnificent altar stone, the statues, the banners and the stained glass windows.

St Jacques Church - Pouldavid

Parish church erected in 1880 with painted panels dating from the 16th century.

Open to the public: July and August, Tuesday to Thursday 10 - 12 and Friday 3pm - 6pm.

St Joseph Church - Tréboul

Built between 1881 and 1883, this church was inspired by the Roman style. Stained glass panels date from the late 19th century.

Sacred Heart Church - ‘Eglise du Sacré Cœur' (Douarnenez Centre)

In neo-Gothic style. Beautiful series of stained glass, 109 coloured panels.

St Michel Chapel (Douarnenez Centre)

Built between 1663 and 1665. Remarkable panelling, with 58 painted panels. Exhibition of modern art in July and August.

The life of Dom Michel Le Nobletz.

Sainte Hélène Chapel (Douarnenez centre)

Dating from the 16th to 18th centuries. On the outside you can see a ‘bas relief' stone sculpture depicting the life of a fisherman.

Pardon: Sunday 17th August

St Jean Chapel (Tréboul)

Rebuilt around the mid-18th century. Some original elements include the bell tower (16th century).

St Vendal Chapel (Pouldavid)

Dedicated to St Gwenaël, dates from the late 16th century. Churchyard includes a fountain.

Pardon: early September

St Germain Church (Kerlaz)

Magnificent gate representing the legend of the lost city of Ys.

Notre Dame Church (Le Juch)

Don't miss the South Porch, late 15th century, with its coat of arms belonging to the Lords of Le Juch. Wonderful stained glass.

Pardon: 15th August

Saint Ergat Church (Pouldergat)

Beautiful example of local architecture with elements dating from the Roman period.

Saint Cadoan Church (Poullan sur Mer)

Dating from the 17th and 18th centuries.

Notre Dame de Kerinec Chapel (Poullan sur mer)

From the 18th century. Sculptural stone cross and fountain dating from the 16th century.

Pardon: 15th August

St They Chapel (Poullan sur Mer)

Set in green surroundings with a cross dating from 1577 and a fountain.

Pardon: early September