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Village guide · Finistère, Bretagne · 4 places to discover

Built entirely of granite around its Renaissance church, Locronan owes its past prosperity to the sailcloth trade, and its preserved charm has made it a popular film set.

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The 4 must-see places in Locronan

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Saint-Ronan Church and Pénity Chapel Must-see

A Gothic and Renaissance church holding the tomb of Saint Ronan, the spiritual heart of the local pilgrimage.

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Grande Place of Locronan Must-see

A cobbled square lined with granite Renaissance houses, which has served as a set for several historical films.

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Weavers' Houses of Locronan

Handsome residences built by canvas merchants in the 16th and 17th centuries, witnesses to the sailcloth prosperity.

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Montagne de Locronan

A wooded hill overlooking the village, offering a panorama over the Bay of Douarnenez.

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