Discover Pluneret through its river landscapes and distinctive cultural heritage. The coastal rivers Auray to the west and Bono to the east surround the town; they meet at Kerisper and flow into the Gulf of Morbihan. South of Pluneret, the Renaissance chapel of Sainte-Avoye stands on the Sal. Nature, trails and architectural history offer different ways to plan a stay.
River Landscapes and Wetlands
The tides shape the mudflats along Pluneret’s coastal rivers, providing shelter for numerous birds. The ENS Landes du Téno offers a different natural setting: it covers 25 hectares of coastal wet heaths, wet meadows and woodland, and is home to rare and threatened biodiversity.
The ENS is open to the public and can be explored independently. Facilities include a car park, trails, a wooden boardwalk, an observation point and information panels. Check local conditions before your visit.
Trails and Places to Visit
Le tour du Bourg is a route in Pluneret for hiking, horse riding and mountain biking. The boat graveyard can be reached via the coastal path, which starts at the Vieux pont and heads towards Sainte-Avoye chapel. Trail conditions may change; check them before setting out.
In MĂ©riadec, the easy Vallon du LĂ©ran circular trail follows sunken lanes and the River LĂ©ran through landscapes and villages. Along the way are a washhouse, a calvary and several springs. The two trails offer different features: Le tour du Bourg lists three possible activities, while the Vallon du LĂ©ran is described as an easy circular trail.
Chapel and Cultural Heritage
The Renaissance chapel of Sainte-Avoye stands on the banks of the Sal, south of Pluneret. On the altar side of its rood screen gallery are twelve carved figures; on the side facing the nave are statuettes of the twelve apostles. The two groups of figures are clearly distinguished by their respective positions on the rood screen.
The Croix percée in Pluneret is located near Sainte-Anne station. It was protected by decree on 19 July 1937. This protected heritage site and the Renaissance chapel add specific architectural history to the town’s nature and trail themes.
Sainte-Anne Station and Getting There
Pluneret can be reached by train from Vannes or Auray via Sainte-Anne station. Check the timetable before travelling. The station is also part of the town’s pilgrimage history: after the railway was inaugurated on 20 September 1862, it benefited from significant pilgrim traffic, which often required special trains to be provided.
The station itself also has a distinctive feature: it is one of only two railway stations in France with a statue on its roof, and the only one of the two with a religious statue. The date 20 September 1862 marks the railway inauguration; the decree protecting the Croix percée followed in 1937. Together, these historical references offer different insights into Pluneret’s architectural and transport history.
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