Château de Kerjean

Built at the height of Brittany's golden age, at the end of the 16th century, by the Barbier family, the Château de Kerjean surpasses the most beautiful residences in the region. Both a fortress and a symbol of the Renaissance in Brittany, it was strongly influenced by Italian architects. At the time, it was a local reference point for the builders of the surrounding churches and parish enclosures. Once past the powerful ramparts and the main gate, you will discover the large dwelling, the chapel and the arcades of the castle. Galleries, private flats, kitchens... no less than 25 rooms, some of them recently restored and equipped with surprising multimedia devices, tell the story of the place. Each year, a temporary exhibition explores a theme related to the Renaissance. In 2022, the second part of "Earth! Earth! European conquests in the 16th century.

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