Bouliac transmission tower, Transmission tower in Bouliac, France
The transmission tower in Bouliac is a 232-meter-tall steel structure that rises above the Bordeaux metropolitan area. It distributes radio, television, and mobile network signals across the surrounding region.
The tower began operating in 1957, enabling television broadcasts for the Bordeaux region. A modernized structure was added in 1988.
The tower represents an essential part of French broadcasting infrastructure, distributing nearly half of the FM radio stations throughout the Bordeaux metropolitan area.
The tower is visible from various points across the metropolitan region and serves as a clear landmark. Visitors can view the structure from a distance, though close access to the antenna is restricted for safety reasons.
The tower operates with specific technical parameters, including a 63-kilowatt power output for its R1 multiplex transmission system.
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