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The chapel of Trégranteur, located at the same place in the commune of Guégon (Morbihan, Brittany), is a 16th century religious building. It has been a historic monument since October 6, 1925. Dedicated to Saint Melec, she is distinguished by her Latin cross shape and a column of justice placed in front of her main portal. Its architecture, although redesigned over the centuries, preserves original elements such as 16th century stained glass windows representing an Annunciation and a Virgin surrounded by saints.

The chapel was built under the impulse of Jean Thome, Rector of Guégon from 1531 to 1577, and lords of Tregarantec, whose coats of arms are present. The choir was modified and a sacristy added in the 19th century. The nave, flanked by low-sides separated by arches resting on octagonal pillars, leads to a polygonal choir. The gate, adorned with a door geminied in basket handle, is surmounted by accolades decorated with florons and hooks.

The fragments of glass windows of the 16th century, still visible, bear witness to the artistic richness of the period. The chapel, owned by the commune, embodies both a place of worship and a Breton architectural heritage. Its inscription in historical monuments in 1925 underscores its cultural and historical importance in the region.

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