Phare du Grand Léjon, Maritime lighthouse in Saint-Quay-Portrieux, France
The Grand Léjon lighthouse rises 24.80 meters above sea level, featuring a cylindrical stone tower with a diameter of 6 meters, positioned 9 nautical miles offshore.
Construction of the lighthouse occurred in two phases between 1859 and 1881, with initial works establishing a truncated tower followed by elevation modifications completed in 1881.
The lighthouse represents French maritime engineering excellence and stands as a registered structure in the general inventory of French cultural heritage.
The lighthouse emits white and red flashes every 20 seconds, with a range of 18 nautical miles to guide vessels entering the Bay of Saint-Brieuc.
During construction in 1860, a tragic incident occurred when a large wave capsized a construction boat, leading to policy changes for maritime worker safety.
Location: Saint-Quay-Portrieux
Inception: 1859
Elevation above the sea: 23.4 m
Height: 24.8 m
Diameter: 6 m
GPS coordinates: 48.74833,-2.66472
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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