Mane Braz

Erdeven, France

Mane Braz is a Megalithic tomb located 2 km southeast of Erdeven. The site comprises four side chambers and two small dolmens. It is built into a hill and appears to be the remains of a tumulus.

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Kérédo, Erdeven, France
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Founded: 5000 - 3000 BC
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in France
Historical period: Prehistoric Age (France)

More Information

en.wikipedia.org
www.ot-erdeven.fr
www.megalithic.co.uk

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4.6/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Erwan Des (7 months ago)
Enora BODIN (8 months ago)
Petite balade de moins de 10min pour arriver sur Le site. En automne avec le soleil l endroit est très beau. Par contre à la période de chasse c est assez angoissant d entendre les balles partir...
Sophie Demillier (10 months ago)
Lieu vraiment ressourçant
POUTCHY Eliane (11 months ago)
Promenade magique en sous-bois, je suis sûre que Merlin est passé par là ! Magnifique balade dans les fougères, sentier très agréable seul, en famille ou en amoureux.
Edward BZH (2 years ago)
Site pittoresque et bel endroit de nature.
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