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The former church of Paimpol, also known as Old Tower, is located in the commune of Paimpol, in the Côtes-d'Armor department, in Brittany. Of the original parish building, destroyed at the beginning of the 20th century, there remains today only a bell tower erected in 1784. This vestige, classified as a historical monument in 1916, bears witness to the religious architecture of the period.

The block tower, with a square base, is built of cut stone and has bays in the middle of two of its faces. The other two sides are flanked by stair turrets. It is crowned by an openwork gallery topped by an octagonal arrow, also made of stone. This type of structure reflects construction techniques and architectural styles in vogue in the 18th century in the region.

The building, now owned by the commune, is a typical example of the Breton churches of the time. Its ranking in 1916 underscores its heritage importance. The tower is located in Verdun Square, in the heart of Paimpol, and remains a symbol of local heritage, despite the disappearance of the rest of the church at the beginning of the 20th century.

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