Phare des Barges, Navigation lighthouse in Les Sables-d'Olonne, France.
The Phare des Barges stands 24.81 meters tall with a 12-meter base diameter, built from blue Avrillé granite on a rocky plateau.
Constructed between 1857 and 1861, this maritime structure became the first automated lighthouse across the entire French territory.
The lighthouse design includes multiple living quarters with a kitchen, three bedrooms, and a watchroom, reflecting traditional maritime architecture.
The beacon projects light visible from 15 miles during daylight hours and extends to 17 miles during nighttime navigation.
Located 2 kilometers from La Chaume, this offshore lighthouse requires boat transportation for access to its granite structure.
GPS coordinates: 46.49502,-1.84169
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:23
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