Saint-Gilles-Pligeaux combines a rich religious heritage with menhirs and a moderate 17-kilometre circular walk. This offers different options for planning your trip: architectural and art history, or time on the trail.

Churches, Chapels and Heritage

The parish complex of Saint-Gilles-Pligeaux is classified as a Monument historique. The Church of Saint-Gilles dates from the 15th and 16th centuries; its star-shaped vault can be seen from the nave. Four stained-glass windows depict the Annunciation, the death of Saint Joseph and possibly scenes from the life of Saint Gilles. The stained-glass window in window opening 8 depicts Saint Gildas healing Sainte Tréphine, as well as a sermon by Saint Gildas. The church houses a statue entitled “Saint Yves de Tréguier”. Two painted wooden catafalques from the 19th century bear Breton inscriptions.

During the 2026 season, the parish complex was open to the public during the day from 1 May to 27 September. Check access again before a later visit.

The Saint-Laurent Chapel stands in the cemetery; it was built by G. Le Gloan in 1538. Its choir end is in the Beaumanoir style. The semi-subterranean crypt contains a polychrome limestone Entombment with seven figures, created by Guillaume Guérin de Lannion in 1718. Work on the present-day Notre-Dame de La Clarté Chapel began in 1784, and it opened for worship in 1785. The twin fountains are also classified as Monuments historiques.

Menhirs and Walks

The “Les 2 menhirs du Vieux-Bourg” route is a moderate 17-kilometre circular walk starting in Saint-Gilles-Pligeaux. It passes through the Kreiz Breizh countryside, along sunken lanes and paths beside fields and hamlets. Wooded valleys alternate with open panoramic views over farmland. Check the route details locally before setting out. The green, rural valleys shape the surroundings of Saint-Gilles-Pligeaux. Walking trails offer the chance to discover chapels as well as menhirs, bringing the landscape and heritage together.

The documented walks start at the car park on Rue des Bruyères in the village centre. Check local signage and trail conditions before setting off.

The Kergornec menhirs stand on a rocky promontory overlooking the Sulon valley. Kergornec 1 is almost seven metres tall. The site is open to the public; there is a car park at the top of the access path. Check local conditions before your visit.

The difference is clear when deciding what to focus on during your trip: the buildings offer individual themes in architecture and art, while the circular walk provides a defined walking route.

Discover more destinations: Saint-Juvat, Ploeuc-Sur-Lié, Plougrescant, Uzel, Callac, Jugon-Les-Lacs, Quessoy, Plénée-Jugon.

For the broader travel overview: Côtes-D’armor.