Lohuec: Mills, History and Geology

Lohuec’s history and landscape include the Neolithic passage grave of Kernescop, Saint-Judoce Church, Moulin Quelen and the Carrière du Milin ar Stang.

Architectural history and Neolithic heritage

The Allée couverte de Kernescop in Parc-ar-Pouldu is a covered passage dating from the Neolithic period. It is described as a row of dolmens that served as a communal burial place during that period. The Allée was classified as a historic monument by decree on 25 January 1964.

Several construction phases can be distinguished at Saint-Judoce Church: the large arches in the nave date from the second half of the 14th century, and the portal from the second half of the 15th century. The west façade was built in the first half of the 16th century, and the church tower in the 18th century. The church has been partially protected as a historic monument since 17 December 1926.

Moulin Quelen and the history of milling

Moulin Quelen already existed before the French Revolution. The dates 1610 and 1672 are engraved in the stones of its façade. The mill also includes a bread oven and a small museum in which the miller’s room has been reconstructed. Here, architectural traces with engraved dates sit alongside a depiction of the mill’s working and living environment. This combination makes Moulin Quelen a distinct historical highlight alongside Lohuec’s church and megalithic heritage.

The Aulne and its geological site

The Aulne rises in the Monts d'Arrée within the commune of Lohuec. It flows through Finistère and, after about 144 kilometres, empties into the Rade de Brest.

The Carrière du Milin ar Stang is listed as a geological site of interest under inventory number BRE 0041. Basic volcanic lava flows with clearly defined pillow-lava structures are exposed there. It is considered the only accessible place in inland Brittany where the pillow structure of a Palaeozoic volcanic flow in an aquatic environment can be seen. Prior authorisation is required for access; check the current procedure locally. From Lohuec, drive towards Morlaix and turn towards the Ster valley after 700 metres. The signposted quarry is about 500 metres further on.

Plan a walk or a treasure hunt

The Circuit des moulins is listed as an easy walk lasting 1 hour and 45 minutes. In the hamlet of Pen Aon, it leads to the source of the Aulne. The treasure hunt “Jeu de piste à Lohuec, Calanhel et Plourac'h: Partie de cache-cache dans le vallon” is an activity for visitors in Lohuec, Calanhel and Plourac'h. It covers 22 kilometres; travelling by car is recommended.

The Circuit des moulins is listed as an easy walk lasting 1 hour and 45 minutes; the treasure hunt covers 22 kilometres through three communes, and travelling by car is recommended. As the practical details of the treasure hunt may change, check the latest information before planning.

Devotional fountain

Lohuec is home to the stone devotional fountain Fontaine de dévotion (Lohuec). Its sculpted decorations depict a saint.

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