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Saint Mathieu Lighthouse and Abbey Ruins

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Saint Mathieu Lighthouse and Abbey Ruins

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Saint Mathieu Lighthouse and Abbey Ruins

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    1. Pointe Saint Mathieu — loop from Brest

    58.4km

    02:42

    580m

    590m

    Intermediate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    Intermediate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    November 16, 2023

    Pointe Saint-Mathieu, an emblematic coastal site of Brittany, reveals majestic cliffs and the charm of its historic lighthouse. A preserved place, offering exceptional panoramic views of the ocean.

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      September 10, 2025

      Phare de Saint-Mathieu is the name of a lighthouse in the village of Saint-Mathieu on the Saint-Mathieu Point in Plougonvelin in the Finistère department. It was built on the site of the former Saint-Mathieu Abbey. Its theoretical range is 29 nautical miles, which is approximately 55 kilometers.

      Together with the Kermorvan lighthouse, it indicates the Passage du Four (Chenal du Four), an important north-south passage from or to the Iroise Sea, which runs between the mainland and the island of Ouessant, thus saving about two days of travel time. In conjunction with the Portzic lighthouse, it illuminates the entrance to the Bay of Brest.

      The lighthouse has been listed as a French Historic Monument since May 23, 2011. It is open to the public. Just west of the lighthouse is the Sémaphore de la Pointe Saint-Mathieu.

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        May 19, 2023

        wonderful view and always a breeze to not smell musty. 😉

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          Location: Plougonvelin, Brest, Finistère, France

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