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Saint-Zotique Lighthouse

175 8e Rue, Saint-Zotique, QC J0P 1Z0, Canada

Name and Location

The Saint-Zotique Lighthouse is located in the picturesque town of Saint-Zotique, Quebec, Canada.

Construction and History

The exact date of the lighthouse's construction is unknown, but it is believed to have been built in the late 19th century to serve as a vital aid for ships navigating the treacherous waters of the St. Lawrence River. Over the years, the lighthouse has undergone numerous renovations and expansions, with the most significant changes occurring in the early 20th century.

Architecture and Materials

The Saint-Zotique Lighthouse is an impressive structure standing at an elevation of 20 meters (66 feet) above sea level. Its distinctive red color makes it a striking example of nautical architecture.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse features a unique light category of "Upper" and light color of Red, with a character classification of "F" (fixed). At 20 meters tall, this beacon has been a trusted guide for generations of sailors, pilots, and travelers.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility or visiting the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape around the lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No stories or anecdotes are available about the Saint-Zotique Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

Further Information

The coordinates of the Saint-Zotique Lighthouse are: Latitude: 45.2228307° N, Longitude: -74.2865589° W.

Details

NameSaint-Zotique Lighthouse
CitySaint-Zotique
CountryCanada
Coordinates45.2228307, -74.2865589
Eventsunknown
Historic significancerole in maritime history
Storiesrole in maritime history
Architectural stylenautical architecture
Focal height20
Tower height20
Renovationsearly 20th century
Access descriptionnautical architecture, unknown
Landscape typerocky coast
View descriptionLaurentian Mountains
Light characteristicF (fixed)