Paon lighthouse, Maritime navigation lighthouse on Île de Bréhat, Côtes-d'Armor, France
The stone lighthouse rises 13.10 meters high with a total elevation of 39.70 meters, offering views of the northern Brittany coastline and surrounding waters.
The current structure dates from 1947, replacing the original 1860 lighthouse that sustained extensive damage during the events of World War II.
The Paon lighthouse forms an essential element of Brittany's maritime heritage, representing centuries of navigation traditions along the northern French coast.
Access to the lighthouse requires careful planning as the structure remains closed to the public except for specific guided visits scheduled on Sundays.
Located at coordinates 48.8653598, -2.9858817, this lighthouse guides vessels through particularly challenging waters near rocky outcrops surrounding Île de Bréhat.
Location: Côtes-d'Armor
Elevation above the sea: 39.7 m
Height: 13.1 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Made from material: stone
Address: Île-de-Bréhat, France
Opening Hours: Dimanche: 00:00 -
GPS coordinates: 48.86536,-2.98588
Latest update: October 24, 2025 17:38
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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The end of the path when crossing the island on foot! Majestic viewpoint.
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