Môle de Guilvinec, Coastal lighthouse in Guilvinec, France.
Guilvinec Mole Lighthouse is a coastal beacon in Finistère, France, situated on the northern jetty of the harbor. It features a rectangular base with contrasting white and red sections, emitting a fixed red light to guide boats entering the fishing port.
Construction of the lighthouse began in 1922, following a decision made by the municipal council in 1906, and it started operating in 1923. The installation was necessary to improve safety for the growing maritime traffic and fishing activity in the harbor.
The lighthouse stands as a familiar landmark for the fishing community of Guilvinec, woven into the daily working rhythm of the port. Fishers and locals pass by it regularly, treating it as an integral part of their maritime environment rather than a monument.
The lighthouse is visible from the jetty and operates automatically today without a permanent keeper on site. Visitors can observe the red light most clearly during dusk and nighttime hours.
The rectangular shape of this beacon sets it apart from many round lighthouses found along the Breton coast. This unusual design makes it easy to spot despite its proximity to the busy harbor.
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