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The Cemetery Cross of Loc'h is a monument located in the commune of Peumerit-Quintin, in the Côtes-d'Armor department, in Brittany. It is located precisely at Loc'h, and its existence is attested by its inscription as historical monuments in 1930. No architectural or stylistic details are mentioned in the available sources, but its protected status underscores its local heritage importance.

The cemetery crosses in Brittany, like that of Loc'h, were traditionally central elements of funeral spaces. They served as a spiritual and symbolic landmark for rural communities, often linked to religious and commemorative practices. In the Côtes-d'Armor, these monuments reflect Breton history and culture, marked by a strong Christian identity and ancestral traditions.

Their preservation makes it possible to understand the social and religious organization of Breton villages throughout the centuries.

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