Phare de l'Île Wrac'h, Lighthouse on Wrac'h Island in Plouguerneau, France.
The granite lighthouse features a square white tower with a red top, surrounded by living quarters, gardens, and docking facilities.
Built in 1845 to replace a primitive pyramid marker from 1769, the lighthouse guided vessels through dangerous reefs at the entrance of Aber Wrac'h channel.
The Association des Iles & Phares du Pays des Abers organizes art exhibitions, including paintings, photographs, and sculptures in the keeper's quarters throughout summer.
The island becomes accessible by foot from Saint Cava beach three hours before and after low tide, with exhibitions open during these periods.
The lighthouse operates in conjunction with Lanvaon land lighthouse 3 kilometers away, emitting three red flashes every seven seconds with an 11-kilometer range.
Location: Plouguerneau
Inception: 1845
Elevation above the sea: 23 m
Height: 14.7 m
Address: 29880 Plouguerneau, France
GPS coordinates: 48.61478,-4.57584
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:52
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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