Pleslin-Trigavou: Local History and Nature

Pleslin-Trigavou offers several distinct themes to consider when planning a trip: religious art and architectural history, a row of megaliths, walks, wetlands and a food-focused festival. If you are looking for a hotel in Pleslin-Trigavou, you can first consider whether local history, nature or an event date is the deciding factor for you. The buildings reflect different historical periods, while the landscape and walking routes offer a different focus.

Churches and religious art

The present-day Church of Sainte Brigide de Trigavou dates from the 14th century and was extensively altered in 1589 and 1638. The building thus brings together its medieval origins and two much later interventions. The Chapelle des Vaux houses a polychrome wooden statue of Sainte Apolline from the 15th or 16th century. Here, the focus is not on architectural alterations but on a single work of religious art.

The Church of Saint-Pierre de Pleslin was rebuilt between 1833 and 1835. It houses a baptismal font from the 12th century that is listed as a historic monument. This building therefore brings together a 19th-century reconstruction and a much older furnishing. Compared with Sainte Brigide, the historical contrast here lies between the church’s reconstruction and the age of the baptismal font; at Sainte Brigide, later alterations shape the building’s history.

Megaliths and walks

The row of megaliths consists of 65 white quartz blocks of different sizes. They are arranged in five rows over a length of 155 metres. Their arrangement and extent give the site a different archaeological character from that of a single megalith.

The circular route “Des Menhirs aux Vaux Garou” is one option for walks at different times of year. The washhouses of Pleslin and Trigavou are still well preserved and can be visited on a walk. They offer two more specific points of interest for anyone who wants to explore local landmarks on foot.

Wetlands and oak collection

In the Vallée de l’Adria, wetlands were created on the valley floor and wetland habitats were restored, along with their vegetation and endemic fauna. For nature enthusiasts, both the wetlands and the restoration of these habitats are key features. The Pleslin-Trigavou oak collection comprises around 60 varieties and is located near a megalithic site. Botanical and archaeological interests can therefore both be found in the area, without needing to be linked to a particular route.

Fête de la saucisse

The “Fête de la saucisse” celebrates the culinary heritage of Pleslin-Trigavou and its sausage. The festival includes a cooking competition and takes place every two years. It is therefore a distinct factor in planning a trip, while churches, megaliths and landscapes appeal to other interests.

Discover more destinations: Perros-Guirec, Rostrenen, Saint-Thélo, Plufur, Trémorel, Belle-Isle-En-Terre, Saint-Lormel, Quemper Guezennec.

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