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The church of Notre-Dame de Trémargat, located in the Breton village of the same name, dates mainly from the 16th century. Its bedside, transept, south porch and west elevation were built at that time, while the ossuary was added in the early seventeenth century. The nave could date from the 18th century, although this information remains uncertain, and the sacristy was erected in 1842. A chapel of baptismal fonts was added in the 19th century.

The building is particularly remarkable for its interior frescoes, made in 1944-1945 by an anonymous resistant painter. These works transpose the Passion of Christ in the context of World War II, offering a unique artistic testimony of this period. The church has been listed as a Historic Monument since 1927, with specific protection for its southern façade, the cemetery fence and two crosses on the enclosure wall.

The church of Notre-Dame de Trémargat, owned by the commune, illustrates the architectural and artistic evolution of a Breton place of worship over centuries. Its 17th century ossuary and subsequent additions reflect changing liturgical and community needs, while the 1944-1945 frescoes make it a symbol of local resistance during the war. The accuracy of its location is estimated as fair, according to available data.

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