Construction of the cross XVIIe siècle (≈ 1750)
Estimated period of implementation.
13 avril 1950
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 13 avril 1950 (≈ 1950)
Official classification by ministerial decree.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
Cross (not cadastralized; public domain): registration by decree of 13 April 1950
Key figures
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No mention in the sources.
Origin and history
The Cross of Clohars-Fouesnant is a religious building located in the Finistère department in Brittany. It is located along departmental road 34, on the territory of the municipality of Clohars-Fouesnant. This cross of paths, typical of Breton heritage, dates from the 17th century and bears witness to the importance of Christian symbols in public space at that time.
The cross was listed as historical monuments by order of 13 April 1950. This ranking reflects its heritage value and its role in local history. It is located near the Chapel Road, in a rural environment, and belongs to the public domain. No additional information is available on its sponsor or detailed history.
The road crosses, such as Clohars-Fouesnant's, often served as spiritual or commemorative landmarks for travellers and residents. They also marked the boundaries of parishes or properties, while symbolizing the presence of faith in the daily landscape. Their preservation makes it possible today to understand the social and religious organization of the Breton countryside in the 17th and 18th centuries.
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