Phare de l'Île Wrac'h

The Phare de l'Île Wrac'h is a square granite tower painted white with a red top, surrounded by keeper's quarters, gardens, and harbor facilities. The island contains buildings and infrastructure built to support the lighthouse and its inhabitants throughout its long operation.

A simple pyramid marker dating to 1769 was replaced by the stone tower in 1845 to better guide ships through perilous waters. The new structure significantly improved safety at the entrance of the Aber Wrac'h channel where reefs posed constant danger.

The keeper's quarters become an exhibition space during summer months, hosting local and regional artworks in paintings, photographs, and sculptures. Visitors experience how this former residence transforms into a gallery celebrating the island's cultural life.

The island can be reached on foot from Saint Cava beach during a window of three hours before and after low tide. Plan your visit around these tidal periods to ensure safe passage to and from the site.

The light operates in tandem with the Lanvaon lighthouse on the mainland, roughly three kilometers away, emitting three red flashes every seven seconds. This coordinated system allowed sailors to navigate safely by recognizing the paired signals.

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: December 6, 2025 17:45