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  6. Keronic estate

Keronic estate à Pluvigner dans le Morbihan

Morbihan

Keronic estate

    1226 Keronic
    56330 Pluvigner
Photo de Keronic estate

Timeline

Bas Moyen Âge
Renaissance
Temps modernes
Révolution/Empire
XIXe siècle
Époque contemporaine
1400
1500
1600
1700
1800
1900
2000
1426-1448
Possession of Henri de Launay
1600
Reconstruction of the castle
1640
Construction of Saint Joseph Chapel
vers 1860
Renovations by the Harscouët de Saint Georges
vers 1880
Creation of gardens by Legendre
11 mai 2017
Historical monument classification
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Heritage classified

The estate of Keronic, located in the places Kéronic and Camors, namely: the castle of Keronic in total, the facades and roofs of the whole, the chapel of Saint Joseph in total, the walls of fence of the estate, the land base of the estate, as delimited in red on the plan annexed to the decree (Box K 9 to 45, 49, 52 to 67, 902, 1049, 1170, 1172, 1174; ZE 01): inscription by order of 11 May 2017

Key figures

Henri de Launay - Owner (1426-1448) First certified lord of the estate.
Famille Harscouët de Saint Georges - Owners since the 19th century Responsible for the major transformations of the castle.
Legendre - Landscaper (circa 1880) Designer of French-style gardens.
Christian de La Tullaye - Viscount and current owner Contemporary representative of the family.

Origin and history

The Keronic estate, formerly called Queronic, is an imposing residence dating back to the 15th and 17th centuries. It was profoundly transformed around 1860 by the Harscouët family of Saint George, who still own it today. The castle, surrounded by large woods, houses a chapel integrated into the house and a second chapel located in the park, south of the building. This estate illustrates the architectural and landscape evolution of a Breton noble residence, mixing medieval heritage and 19th century modernization.

The chapel of Saint Joseph, added in 1640, is distinguished by its rectangular plan and its three-sided apse. It preserves a carved altarpiece, a wrought iron gate, and heraldic elements such as Keronic's coat of arms. The gardens, designed around 1880 by landscape architect Legendre, combine spaces with French and natural areas. The estate, classified as a historic monument in 2017, also bears witness to alliances between Breton noble families, such as the Launay family, owners in the 15th century.

The estate park, structured between formal gardens and wooded areas, reflects 19th century landscape tastes. The exterior chapel, accessible by an alley, and the fence walls have been protected since 2017. Today, the Viscount Christian de La Tullaye represents the lineage of the Harscouët de Saint Georges, perpetuating nearly two centuries of family possession. The site combines architectural, religious and natural heritage, characteristic of the large Breton houses.

Historically, the castle was a place of power and prestige for local noble families. In the 17th century, the construction of the Saint Joseph Chapel marked a desire for religious and social affirmation. The 19th century transformations, including the gardens and the renovations of the house, reflect the adaptation of the Breton aristocracy to the new standards of comfort and aesthetics. The domain remains a remarkable example of the sustainability of local elites throughout the centuries.

External links

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