The best road cycling routes around Saint-Abraham

Built in the 16th century and remodeled several times, this church has the shape of a Latin cross without aisles. The south transept is the most recent. It features stained glass windows signed by the master glassmaker F. Razin in 1945. The main altarpiece depicts the martyrdom of Saint Lawrence on an iron grill, heated by burning coals. The cemetery, partly encircling the monument, was moved in 1943.

The neo-Gothic church of Augan is characterized by its bays and ogival vaults. Placed under the patronage of Saint Joseph, but under the invocation of Saint Mark, it was built from 1865 to 1868 according to the plans of the architect Théodore Maignan from Saint-Brieuc. Contrary to usual arrangements, the building is not oriented to the east (towards Jerusalem), but to the west, with the main portal facing the town center. After the Second World War, significant damage was noted, very likely due to the explosion of large-caliber bombs on the Coëtquidan military camp. Consolidation work was then undertaken. Located near Ploërmel, Augan is home to numerous sites to visit: parks, castles, medieval chapel, mill, woods, etc.

A beautiful covered washhouse, animated by algae The covered washhouse of Campénéac is a beautiful structure, a testament to a time when washerwomen worked, rain or shine, cleaning the laundry. Part of the washhouse is protected by a wooden shelter. The sides exposed to the elements are covered with planks. Located below the road leading to Augan, the whole has a lot of charm. The elegantly architectural shelter harmoniously envelops the oval basin. The presence of microalgae of a luminous tender green gives soul to the scene while highlighting the masonry of the basin.

In 832, Conuvoion, a Breton monk, founded the Abbey of Saint-Sauveur in Redon with the support of the Carolingian Emperor Louis the Pious. A small rural community slowly grew up around the abbey. During the Middle Ages, the town benefited from its location on the Vilaine River, as trade goods could be transported upstream to Redon on ocean-going vessels. There, the goods were transshipped and transported further on inland waterway barges towards Rennes, the capital of Brittany. In the 19th century, Redon experienced another period of prosperity with the construction of the Nantes-Brest Canal. Even today, the old shipowners' houses and the large harbor basin bear witness to its history as a trading port.

Redon has managed to retain its quiet, small-town character, despite its intense activity (and traffic). Following the floods of 2024, the campsite is closed. The pedestrian street is pleasant and not overcrowded with shops. Just what you need. A visit to the port is also a pleasant experience.

So calm! It's very relaxing.

Absolutely charming town, lots of little corners with beautiful things. Definitely recommend stopping and enjoying.

Typical church of central Brittany.