La Jument, Historical lighthouse in Ouessant, France.
The 47-meter granite tower stands on a rock formation at the entrance of the Fromveur Passage, marking the dangerous waters of Celtic Sea.
Construction began in 1904 after Charles-Eugene Potron donated 400,000 francs, with the lighthouse first illuminated on October 15, 1911.
The lighthouse interior features an honor room with herringbone parquet flooring, oak paneling, and a bronze portrait of the benefactor.
The lighthouse operates automatically since 1991, projecting three red flashes every 15 seconds with a range of 10 nautical miles.
In winter 2017-2018, scientific measurements recorded waves reaching 24.60 meters near the structure, demonstrating the extreme maritime conditions.
Location: Ouessant
Inception: 1911
Elevation above the sea: 42.6 m
Height: 47.5 m
Address: Ushant, France Ushant
Opening Hours: Monday-Friday 06:30-17:30
GPS coordinates: 48.42223,-5.13390
Latest update: August 27, 2025 17:26
Maritime lighthouses guiding ships along the coasts of metropolitan France. Stone, granite, and limestone towers rise on capes, islands, and peninsulas. These historical structures, dating from the 17th to 20th century, ensure maritime navigation. Notable lighthouses include Cordouan, the oldest active lighthouse in France, and Île Vierge, the highest stone structure in Europe. Some are positioned at sea, like La Jument and La Vieille, others on the coast like Eckmühl with its 307 steps. These lighthouses demonstrate French maritime engineering.
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