Phare du cap Lihou, Historical lighthouse at Cap Lihou, Granville, France.
The stone lighthouse stands 16 meters tall on the Roc headland, with its red-painted top rising 52 meters above sea level at Granville harbor.
Engineer Augustin Fresnel approved the construction plans in October 1825, leading to the completion of this maritime structure on November 1st, 1828.
The interior features oak furniture, including a bedroom with decorative marquetry representing lions and leaves, reflecting traditional maritime craftsmanship.
The automated lighthouse emits four white flashes every 15 seconds with a 250-watt halogen lamp, providing visibility up to 23 nautical miles.
During World War II, German forces painted the entire structure green to conceal it within the surrounding landscape.
Location: Granville
Made from material: stone
GPS coordinates: 48.83440,-1.61306
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
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