Tour du Leughenaer à Dunkerque, Historical lighthouse near Port du Grand Large, Dunkirk, France
The Tour du Leughenaer rises 30 meters above Dunkirk's old fishing port, featuring an octagonal stone structure with a lantern at its summit.
Built in 1405 as part of Burgundian ramparts, the tower received its lighthouse function in 1793 and an additional lantern installation in 1814.
The name Leughenaer, meaning 'liar' in Flemish, refers to the medieval practice of using false lights to lead ships toward dangerous coastal areas.
The tower opens exclusively during Heritage Days, with its ground floor housing a local maritime association throughout the year.
This structure remains the oldest building in Dunkirk and the last surviving element of the medieval Burgundian fortifications.
Location: Dunkirk
Height: 30 m
Address: place du Minck
GPS coordinates: 51.04016,2.37857
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
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