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Origin and history

The Protohistoric Stele of Nevez is a vestige of the Iron Age, located in the commune of Nevez, in the Finistère region of Brittany. This monument, located at the southeast corner of the church, bears witness to the ancient occupation of this Breton territory. Its inscription as a Historical Monument by decree of 25 January 1972 underlines its heritage and archaeological importance.

At the Iron Age, Brittany was marked by a tribal social organization and a predominantly agro-pastoral economy. Steles, often linked to funeral or commemorative practices, played a symbolic role in protohistoric communities. Their presence near later places of worship, as here in Nevez, suggests a continuous occupation and a re-appropriation of sacred spaces throughout the centuries.

The location of the stele, in the immediate vicinity of the present church (21 Church Square), indicates a superposition of times and religious uses. The accuracy of its location is estimated as "passable" (note 5/10), based on available data. Owned by the municipality, it remains accessible in a public setting, although the practical information on its visit is not detailed.

Available sources, including the Merimée and Monumentum database, confirm its protected status and administrative address (Insee code 29153 for Nevez). No additional information is provided on any historical characters related to this monument, or on specific events taking place there.

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