Saint-Gildas chapel in Pluméliau-Bieuzy
The incredible chapel under its granite rock
In this green setting on the water's edge, take the time to rest on the rocks and listen to the calm and strength of this unique site. One thing is certain: you will remember your visit to Saint-Gildas for a long time!
A bit of history
Saint Gildas' chapel (16th century) is nestled under an enormous granite rock, on the banks of the Blavet, a river that crosses the Côtes d'Armor and the Morbihan. Legend has it that it was in this natural cave that Saint Gildas and his disciple Saint Bieuzy settled in the 6th century. Transformed into an oratory, this place then became the centre of the Priory of La Roche sur Blavet. The interior has retained the sobriety of a monastic cell. You can see the ringing stone that Saint Gildas used to call his followers. Another ringing stone can be found in the church of Notre Dame du Bon Voyage (16th century) in the village of Bieuzy.
How to reach the site of the Saint-Gildas chapel
- A hiking trail from Saint-Nicolas-des-Eaux allows you to discover this exceptional site on foot.
- If you wish to come by car, parking is available. It is located 200 meters from the chapel.
- If you cross the Greenway 8 bike-road, you will see the chapel on the other bank!
Saint-Gildas Chapel
Le Prioldy - Bieuzy
56930 PLUMÉLIAU-BIEUZY
