Phare du Millier, Stone lighthouse in Cap Sizun, France
The Millier Lighthouse stands on a cliff edge in Beuzec-Cap-Sizun, reaching 34 meters above sea level with its 7.5-meter tower structure.
Built in 1881, the lighthouse started with an oil lamp before transitioning to a mantle system in 1911 and later converting to electrical power in 1965.
The lighthouse received recognition through its listing in the general inventory of French cultural heritage, representing maritime navigation history in Brittany.
The lighthouse produces two flashes every six seconds with white, red, and green sectors, reaching a distance of 12 nautical miles for maritime guidance.
During World War II, German forces removed the optical system and transformed the structure into a military observation post.
Location: Beuzec-Cap-Sizun
Inception: 1881
Height: 7.5 m
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 48.09861,-4.46556
Latest update: May 25, 2025 01:41
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 granite, limestone, or masonry, they reflect changes in building techniques and the emphasis on maritime safety. Among the most notable are the Cordouan lighthouse, located offshore of the Gironde estuary and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Vierge island in Brittany, which, at 272 feet (82.5 meters), is the tallest stone tower in Europe. The Jument and Vieille lighthouses, situated off Ouessant and Raz de Sein, demonstrate the technical challenges of building at sea, while those at Cap Ferret, Calais, and Ploumanac'h serve as coastal landmarks for over a century. Most of these installations remain operational, and several are open to visitors, offering insights into their interior architecture and the living conditions of their keepers.
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