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Origin and history

The church of Saint-Loup de Lanloup, classified as a Historic Monument since 1910, was built between the 15th and 16th centuries. It is distinguished by its arched lateral porch, adorned with statues of the apostles, and an upper room that probably served as a treasury. The west facade has a campanile with three bells, while the adjacent calvary bears the date of 1758, suggesting a reshaping of its base at that time, although the barrel and the upper part seem older.

The monument, owned by the municipality of Lanloup, is open to the public on a free visit from April to September. Its architecture reflects the stylistic influences of the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance in Brittany, with elements such as the carved porch and the campanile that bear witness to the religious and community importance of the building. The 1910 classification protects both the church and its ordeal, highlighting their heritage value.

The location of the church, in the small coastal village of Lanloup (Côtes-d'Armor), makes it a historical and cultural landmark for the region. Its state of conservation and accessibility make it a popular place to visit, illustrating the religious heritage of Breton from the 16th and 18th centuries. Available sources, such as the Merimée and Monumentum base, confirm its status as an emblematic monument of the territory.

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