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Pontusval lighthouse

Pontusval lighthouse

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Pontusval lighthouse

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Location: Brignogan-Plages, Brest, Finistère, France

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1. Maison en pierre à Menez Ham – Pontusval lighthouse loop from Kerlouan

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2. Ménéham Beach – Ménez Ham Historic Village loop from Brignogan-Plages

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3. Pontusval lighthouse – Ménéham Beach loop from Kerlouan

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Théo Moullec

November 14, 2022

Embedded between the rocks, the Pontusval lighthouse overlooks a sandy beach with turquoise water and dotted with boulders.

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Beyond the Horizon

October 13, 2023

Framed by jagged rocks and overseeing a sandy beach whose turquoise waters are strewn with boulders, he tells stories of ancient times, of ships and storms.

The lighthouse, a notable landmark along the GR34 Brignogan-Plages hiking trail, is not only a historical monument but also a vivid testimony to the region's maritime heritage. It was built on the top of Beg-Pol, a site carefully chosen because of the many shipwrecks caused by the rocky terrain. On September 15, 1869, its light shone in the darkness for the first time and showed ships the safe way.

Since then, at a height of 14.5 meters, it has defied the tides and unpredictable weather. It's no wonder it's considered the most photographed lighthouse in Brittany and even Europe. Its impressive presence combined with the natural beauty of its surroundings makes it an essential photo opportunity and a highlight of the Côte des Légendes.

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Andreas

October 28, 2022

Brignogan-Plages and its Pontusval lighthouse in northern Finistère. The Pontusval lighthouse in Plounéour-Trez is the most photographed lighthouse in Brittany and Europe.

The Pontusval lighthouse in Brigogan-Plages , in the heart of the Pays Pagan, nestled in the rocky chaos, was built on the top of Beg-Pol. At a height of 14.5 meters, the Pontusval lighthouse was lit for the first time on September 15, 1869. The construction of the lighthouse was decided after numerous shipwrecks in a rocky area.
The Pontusval lighthouse is one of the jewels of the Côte des Légendes.

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Location: Brignogan-Plages, Brest, Finistère, France

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Pontusval lighthouse

1. Maison en pierre à Menez Ham – Pontusval lighthouse loop from Kerlouan

2. Ménéham Beach – Ménez Ham Historic Village loop from Brignogan-Plages

3. Pontusval lighthouse – Ménéham Beach loop from Kerlouan

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