Laundry and fountain of La Clarté in Baud

Fountain with healing properties

The fountain dates from the 16th century and is linked to the chapel of Notre-Dame de la Clarté in the town centre. People sometimes travelled more than 200 km to come here to treat eye problems or to prevent blindness.

In the 19th century, the municipality decided to build a washhouse on the same site to save the washerwomen long journeys. The roof was added at the beginning of the 20th century, leaving only the water basin uncovered to collect rainwater.

A few metres to the north is the washhouse and the Saint-Pierre fountain where many families came to collect drinking water at the beginning of the 20th century.

To reach the washhouse and the fountain of La Clarté

• An 8 km heritage trail is offered by the commune of Baud. 25 points of interest are to be discovered on the signs along the way. Departure from the town hall.
• A map of the town, passing by the wash house and the fountain, is available at the Quatro, 3 avenue Jean Moulin on the floor of the Carton Voyageur.

Lavoir et fontaine de la Clarté

Route de Locminé

GPS : 47.876140, -3.015517