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Origin and history

La Croix de chemin de la Haute-Touche is a monument located in the commune of Monterrein, Brittany. This type of cross, often erected at crossroads or along paths, traditionally served as a landmark for travellers, pilgrims or local inhabitants. Their presence generally reflects a religious or commemorative practice rooted in rural traditions.

In historical Brittany, the road crosses played an important social and spiritual role. They could mark parish boundaries, gathering places or prayer points. Although the specific details of this cross are not documented in the available sources, these monuments often reflect the community organization and beliefs shared by local people throughout the centuries.