St. Houardon Church

Landerneau, France

St. Houardon Church was built in Kersanton stone in the 16th century and its porch was a model for local parish enclosure builders. The building retains a domed tower from the Renaissance. The famous porch, located on the right-hand side of the church, dates from 1604.

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Founded: 16th century
Category: Religious sites in France

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C D (3 years ago)
Very beautiful typical church steeped in history. We will tell you about it if you opt for the guided tour, and I recommend it (see the tourist office on the market square at the bottom of rue de la Fontaine Blanche, which is the shopping street, and on which the 'church). You feel good there, the atmosphere is soothing and makes you want to linger. She is very pretty, inside and out. As often in Brittany, the ceiling reproduces an upturned boat hull, it's singular. I recommend that you go there and also enjoy the centuries-old conifers that surround it.
Roger zenitram (3 years ago)
Very beautiful church with superb frescoes but insufficiently highlighted. Very beautiful stained glass windows and an all-wooden ceiling ? to visit.
Bryan Arango (3 years ago)
10 points
kvn bzh (4 years ago)
Hello, I wanted to know when will the Christmas crib be set up in the church please. Thank you
Juliette Léon (4 years ago)
Beautiful building, but not always open for contemplation.
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