Gaulish treasury discovered 75 à 50 av. J.-C. (≈ 63 av. J.-C.)
545 rooms near the roman way.
Seconde moitié du XIVe siècle
Origins of the chapel
Origins of the chapel Seconde moitié du XIVe siècle (≈ 1475)
The oldest architectural elements.
XVIe siècle
Construction of calvary
Construction of calvary XVIe siècle (≈ 1650)
Monumental sculpted limestone.
1668
Construction of the bell tower
Construction of the bell tower 1668 (≈ 1668)
Addition of the bell tower to the chapel.
23 juin 2014
Registration for Historic Monuments
Registration for Historic Monuments 23 juin 2014 (≈ 2014)
Calvary and chapel officially protected.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
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Origin and history
The Orvary of the Chapel of Rosquelfen is a monument located in the cemetery of the Chapel of Notre-Dame, in Laniscat, in the department of Côtes-d'Armor in Brittany. This monumental calvary, dated from the 16th century, is distinguished by its arms supported by motifs, its was decorated with buttons, and its base decorated with characters carved on three panels. It has been listed as historical monuments since 23 June 2014, along with the chapel with which it is associated.
The chapel Our Lady of Rosquelfen, to which the Calvary is attached, is an ancient parish church built on a sanctuary dedicated to the Virgin. Although long considered built in the 16th century, research has revealed elements dating back to the second half of the 14th century. The bell tower, for its part, is dated 1668. The chapel underwent several restorations, notably in 1958, 1989, and 2016, with the help of volunteers and the Heritage Foundation.
The site of Rosquelfen is also marked by its ancient history, being located near an ancient Roman way from Rennes to Carhaix. A 545 coin Gaulish treasure, dating from 75 to 50 B.C., was discovered, highlighting the historic importance of this site. Today, the Calvary and Chapel form an emblematic heritage complex of the region, reflecting both medieval religious art and local history.
Calvary, owned by the municipality of Laniscat, is a remarkable example of Breton funerary art. His sculptures, although partially eroded by time, offer an overview of the artistic techniques and religious beliefs of the time. The ensemble, including the chapel and its enclosure, remains a place of memory and devotion for the inhabitants and visitors.
