BELMONT'MANSION

This 15th and 16th centuries private mansion with carved dormer windows almays belonged to rich families. Its turret is surmounted by an original roof. The outer ledge of his roof sheltered two carved wooden figures which represent “Questembert and his wife”. It has been the Tourist Office since 1991 and was superbly restored in 2005.

THE COVERED MARKET

In general, the « Halles » are covered to shelter and delimit a trading relation’s zone. Built in 1552, the covered market was commissioned by Jérôme de Carné, count of Cohignac and originator of the Questembert fair. It was restored in 1675 by a local building contractor, Estienne Charpentier. The Halles have been listed Historic Monument since 1922. The covered market, restored in 1997, welcomes the fair of course, but also bric-à-brac and secondhands goods, concerts and other cultural events.
Length : 54.85m
Width : 15.43m
Height : 10.20m
Roof area : 1180m2

JEHAN LE GUENEGO'HOSTELRY

Situated on the corner of « Rue de la Salle », it is one of the oldest houses in Questembert because it dates from the 15th century. Jehan Le Guenego, the owner of the place, was an important innkeeper and trader dealing in groceries, haberdashery, wines, sheets, leather, all the local handicrafts.

SAINT PIERRE CHURCH

The construction of this church began in 1863 on Father Gombaud’s initiative. It was built on the ruins of the old church Saint-Martin du Vertou.

LEATHER STREET, TANNERY STREET, WOOL STREET

These streets’ names recall the traditional craft of fine sheet, white canvas, wool and leather, which kept an important position in Questembert.

THE OLD PRESBYTERY, THE LAVOIR (WASHING-PLACE) AND THE FOUNTAIN

This old presbytery apparently dates back to the late 15th century and numerous rectors succeeded there until 1793. It was requisitioned during the French Revolution to be used as barracks and was later burned by the Chouans. Sold by auction in 1977, it was totally refurbished. Near the “lavoir”, we find an original wreathed fountain.

SAINT-MICHEL'S CHAPEL

This chapel was built around 1440 in the reign of François I Duke of Brittany. The lords of Rochefort were the founder. On the left, we find a 16th and 17th centuries historiated and panelled cross. In front of the entrance rises a big yew. We also notice easily Father Mulot’s grave, a monument made of granite and carved of skulls and tears. The chapel, the cross and the yew are listed Historic Monuments. The edifice is not open to public for the moment.

SAINT-MARTIN'S FOUNTAIN AND LAVOIR (WASHING PLACE)

This 16th century feature is typical of the time with its four-sided roof. It is difficult to imagine the bustle which existed here well into the 19th century.

ALAIN LE GRAND'S MONUMENT

Erected in 1907, this 5-metre high granite stone commemorates the victory of this Breton chief who, in 890, rid the area of Norman pirates.

PLACE DU MARCHIX, PLACE DE LA LIBERATION, PLACE DU 8 MAI 1945

They welcomed the different markets of Questembert, proof of intense agricultural activity and stock farming. The place du Marchix was the cattle market. The place de la Libération was formerly called “place of the sheep fair”. The place du 8 mai 1945 was named “place of the pigfair”