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Origin and history

La Croix de chemin de La Pierre Longue is a monument located in the commune of Plémet, in the Côtes-d'Armor department in Brittany. It is located precisely at Coetlogon, in an area marked by a strong Christian tradition, as evidenced by the numerous crosses and religious buildings of the region. This type of monument, typical of the Breton landscape, often served as a landmark or symbol of protection for travellers and local residents.

The cross dates back to the 18th century, when Brittany, like other French regions, was deeply marked by rural life and religious practices. The road crosses, often erected at the crossroads or on the busy roads, played a role both spiritual and practical. They reminded passers-by of Christian values and served as landmarks in sometimes large, urbanized landscapes. Their presence also reflected the importance of the parish community in the social and cultural organization of the time.

The cross of La Pierre Longue was inscribed as historical monuments by an order of 22 February 1927. This official protection underscores its historic and heritage interest, although the available sources do not specify the exact reasons for this listing. The monument now belongs to the municipality of Plemet and remains an architectural and cultural testimony of this period, accessible to the public within the framework of the public domain.

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