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The Sainte-Brigitte chapel of Grand-Champ, located at Loperhet in the commune of Grand-Champ (Morbihan), is a Catholic religious building built in the 16th century. Originally dedicated to St Matthew, it was renamed in honor of St Brigitte. Its architecture is distinguished by granite walls, a pronounced cornice under the roof, and a square bell tower over the west gable, pierced by a circular oculus. The nave, dated from the years 1560-1569, has a third-point window, while the choir, with a triangular bedside, is lit by three windows in the middle of the hanger.

The chapel houses a 16th century structure, decorated with sandstones and carved entrances. Inside, the bedside features two granite niches decorated with pilasters and pediment shells. Classified as a historic monument since 28 December 1936, this chapel illustrates Breton religious heritage, with typical architectural elements such as the foothills of the corner, gargoyles and ground pinnacles. Its state of preservation and artistic details make it a precious testimony of the Renaissance sacred art in Brittany.

The chapel is owned by the commune of Grand-Champ and is located at the approximate address of 6 Rue de la Fontaine. Its ranking among the historical monuments of Morbihan highlights its heritage importance. Available sources, including Wikipedia and Monumentum, confirm its role in the local cultural landscape, although certain details, such as the exact identity of the name Carteron (mentioned for the bedside), remain unclear in the documents consulted.

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