Cathédrale Saint-Étienne

Saint-Brieuc

Founded on the site of the hermitage of Saint Brieuc, one of the seven founding saints. Its fortified appearance, with crenellated towers and arrow slits, is no mere decoration: in June 1394 the Constable Olivier de Clisson, in revolt against Duke John IV whom he had until then served loyally, laid siege to the cathedral-fortress and took it, half in ruins, after several weeks of fighting.

Getting there : Free admission

Opening times and access details are given as a guide only: check before you set out.

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