Plénée-Jugon: Heritage Sites and History

In La Gentière in Plénée-Jugon lies the Allée couverte dite La Roche aux Fées, which is protected as a historic monument. It measures 14.80 metres in length and between 1.20 and 1.56 metres in width. The monument is situated on the northern slope of a hill at an elevation of 135 metres, overlooking the landscape. Its dimensions and location offer different points of reference: its length contrasts with a much smaller, yet varying, width, while the slope and elevation set the structure within its landscape. This gives you a concrete picture of its form and setting without focusing on just one measurement.

From prehistoric evidence to church architecture

By contrast, at the Menhir de la Pierre Longue near Saint-Mirel, the focus is on its dating: it is dated to around 3500 to 1500 BC. This broad range places the monument roughly in prehistoric times rather than assigning it a single year of origin. In comparison, medieval churches, with their architectural forms and specific structural features, offer a different way of exploring history. This gives you a clear thematic choice when planning your trip: you can explore a monument dating back to a distant past or focus on the structure of sacred architecture.

The parish church of Plénée-Jugon combines several architectural features. The church's 15th-century north tower has been preserved; the west and south portals, also dating from the 15th century, were reused. The floor plan is in the form of a Latin cross and comprises three naves. This describes both the overall form and the layout of the church interior. Another distinctive feature is the chapel on the ground floor of the tower, which is spanned by a ribbed vault. The church thus offers a way to distinguish between preserved and reused elements, its floor plan, and an architectural detail in the tower. If you are interested in historic architecture, these features offer several specific aspects to explore.

The founding and visiting the Abbaye de Boquen

The Abbaye de Boquen complements its architectural features with its history of foundation. Olivier II, Count of Dinan, and his wife Agnovie or Agnorée, Countess of Penthièvre, founded the abbey on 15 October 1137. The abbey church dates from the 12th century, is listed as a historic monument, and houses the tomb of Dom Alexis. The foundation date and the church's age refer to different aspects: one gives the date the abbey was founded, while the other places the church in a particular century. The Abbaye de Boquen also has an exhibition on the history of the abbey.

The abbey church can be visited year-round from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., outside of services. Check visiting hours and access conditions again before your trip; you should also confirm the exhibition's visiting arrangements in advance.

Discover more destinations: Lannebert, Aucaleuc, Coëtmieux, Saint-Briac-Sur-Mer, Lamballe, Saint-Quay-Perros, Languenan, Berhet.

For the regional travel overview: Côtes-D’armor.