Vieille Light, Historical lighthouse in Plogoff, France
Description
Vieille Light stands on Gorlebella rock, built from granite with a square base that expands toward a crenelated platform. The lantern sits atop this stone structure, projecting guidance across the treacherous waters below.
History
This lighthouse was built between 1882 and 1887 to secure the dangerous Raz de Sein strait. It helped protect ships from wrecking and marked progress in French coastal safety.
Culture
This structure embodies Breton maritime heritage and demonstrates the craftsmanship of 19th-century lighthouse construction. It stands as a stone testament to the connection between people and the sea in this rugged coastal region.
Practical
The lighthouse has operated automatically since 1995 and needs only occasional maintenance visits. Its exposed location on the rock means visitor access is limited and possible only in calm weather.
Did you know?
In the 1920s, two disabled war veterans became trapped inside during severe storms and could not be rescued. This incident led to important changes in French lighthouse keeper employment practices.
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French lighthouses line approximately 3,400 miles (5,500 km) of coast, from the English Channel to the Mediterranean Sea. These maritime structures, built between the 17th and 20th centuries, occupy strategic locations on rocky promontories, islands, and sometimes in open sea. Constructed from...
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