A Church & a Prehistoric Tomb in Brennilis

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The Church of Notre Dame in Brennilis was developed from 1485 through to the 16C, and has recently been restored, again.

The 16C West Facade of Notre Dame de Brennilis
The 16C West Facade of Notre Dame de Brennilis

The Church of Notre Dame de Brennilis

The elegant font

The ceiling at Brennilis Church

A modern addition to the stringbeams!
A modern addition to the stringbeams!

And outside, on the Calvary, this interesting figure of Christ (1625) by Roland Doré.

Christ statue on the Calvary, Brennilis
Christ statue on the Calvary, Brennilis

Just outside the town is Ty ar Boudiged, or the Tomb of the Dwarves (!) – a covered tomb dating to c.3,000 BC. Apparently this area has been inhabited for thousands of years and there are several standing stones, dolmens, and even the remains of alignments. (Visit The Megalithic Portal for sites and information.)

Ty ar BoudigedTy ar Boudiged Ty ar Boudiged

A good walk, Churches, and a prehistoric tomb – a fascinating day in Brittany!

Further information
The Church of Notre Dame, Brennilis
The history of Brennilis and here

 

 

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