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Origin and history

The Saint-Gorgon church of Plovan, located in the Finistère, has its origins in the 13th century with a first construction campaign, notably marked by nave pillars of the Pont-Croix type. However, most of the present building dates from the 15th and 16th centuries, with a bell tower erected around 1520. These architectural elements reflect a stylistic evolution between late Gothic and Renaissance, typical of the Breton churches of this period.

A major reconstruction took place between 1653 and 1660, as evidenced by the inscriptions engraved on the bedside, mentioning the names of I. Le Gouff, M. Bariou, Wales, and M. Kervahu. These works have probably altered the original structure to meet liturgical needs or the damage suffered over the centuries. The cemetery calvary, dated 1703 and bearing the inscription Mr. P. Provost, was classified by arrest in 1915, highlighting its heritage importance.

The church was revived in 1791, a period marked by the upheavals of the French Revolution, which could affect its furniture or decoration. In the 20th century, restorations were undertaken, notably on the structure and roofs in 1976. The site, classified since 1936, is now managed by an association. Its bell tower and calvary, protected since 1915, illustrate the richness of Breton religious heritage.

The location of the church at 185 Hent Kreisker in Plovan is documented with a priori satisfactory accuracy (level 6/10). This monument, open to the visit, remains a witness to local religious and artisanal practices, from the Middle Ages to the modern era. The entries retained offer valuable clues about donors and artisans who have participated in its history.

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