Virgin Island lighthouse - sunset viewpoint
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Gert Lucas
About this spot
The Phare de l'Ile Vierge is a lighthouse located on the western coast of Brittany, France, on the island of Ile Vierge. It is situated near the town of Plouguerneau in the Finistère department and is one of the tallest lighthouses in Europe.
The Phare de l'Ile Vierge was built between 1897 and 1902 and was designed by the French engineer Léonce Reynaud. It stands at a height of 82.5 meters (271 feet) and has a range of 27 nautical miles. The lighthouse is made of granite and has a distinctive black and white striped pattern.
The lighthouse is surrounded by a nature reserve that is home to a variety of coastal flora and fauna, including seabirds and marine mammals. The area is popular with hikers and nature enthusiasts who come to explore the rugged coastline and enjoy the natural beauty of the region.
The Phare de l'Ile Vierge is an important part of the maritime heritage of Brittany and is a popular tourist destination.
The Phare de l'Ile Vierge was built between 1897 and 1902 and was designed by the French engineer Léonce Reynaud. It stands at a height of 82.5 meters (271 feet) and has a range of 27 nautical miles. The lighthouse is made of granite and has a distinctive black and white striped pattern.
The lighthouse is surrounded by a nature reserve that is home to a variety of coastal flora and fauna, including seabirds and marine mammals. The area is popular with hikers and nature enthusiasts who come to explore the rugged coastline and enjoy the natural beauty of the region.
The Phare de l'Ile Vierge is an important part of the maritime heritage of Brittany and is a popular tourist destination.
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