Poulains lighthouse, Maritime navigation beacon at Îlot des Poulains in Sauzon, France
The cylindrical stone lighthouse rises 15.20 meters above the rocky outcrop of Îlot des Poulains, marking the northwestern tip of Belle-Île-en-Mer.
Built in 1867 to guide ships through perilous waters, the lighthouse managed maritime traffic between Les Poulains and the Pointe de la Presqu'île de Quiberon.
The lighthouse forms part of a historical ensemble with Villa des 5 Parties du Monde, where actress Sarah Bernhardt spent summers from 1894 to 1922.
Visitors must check tide schedules before accessing the lighthouse, as the island becomes isolated during high tides with coefficients exceeding 100.
The structure transitioned from mineral oil to petroleum vapor in 1903 and now operates on solar power through photovoltaic panels installed on its roof.
Location: Sauzon
Inception: 1867
Height: 15.2 m
GPS coordinates: 47.38856,-3.25177
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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