Pluherlin: Menhir, Chapels and Les Grées

Pluherlin brings together several distinct attractions to consider when choosing a destination: the prehistoric La Pierre Longue menhir, three chapels, a designated hiking and mountain-biking route, and the protected area of Les Grées. If you are looking for a hotel in Pluherlin, you can start by considering which of these themes matters most to you. The information below introduces cultural sites, a route and local production, with specific names and features.

Prehistory and Chapels

The La Pierre Longue menhir dates from prehistoric times and is almost 3.50 metres tall. This describes the monument in terms of both its historical period and a specific measurement. For reference, the menhir stands beside the D774 road towards Pleucadeuc.

The Notre Dame de la Barre chapel was founded in the 15th century by the lords of Rochefort and is the largest of Pluherlin’s three chapels. Its founding history and relative size offer two different points of reference: you can learn about the chapel through its founders and the date of its foundation, or consider its place among the three chapels.

The Bon Réconfort chapel dates back at least to the 17th century. It houses a polychrome Christ on the Cross, classified as a historic monument. A different feature stands out at Notre Dame de Cartudo: the chapel dates from the 17th century, and there is a spring below it. The two sites thus differ both in having a classified work of art at Bon Réconfort and a spring below Cartudo.

Route and Protected Area

The Circuit des Palis is a 12-kilometre route for hiking and mountain biking. Its length and the two activities mentioned make it a specific outdoor option for planning your trip. The menhir and chapels are defined by their historical details, while the Circuit des Palis focuses on distance and activity. This gives you different options to consider when choosing between cultural and historical interests and exercise.

Les Grées is now a protected area. Its protected status adds a distinct consideration to the historical sites and sporting route when deciding where to travel.

Local Production

A local business adds a craft-drink dimension to the area’s attractions: L’Atelier de la Pépie is an artisanal cider mill and lemonade producer that makes organic cider. The business has its own shop in La Nuais, 56220 Pluherlin. If you would like to include local production in your travel plans, this is a specific option alongside the cultural sites and activities. Check the opening arrangements before your visit.

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