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Tête-à-la-BaleineLighthouse

MQ75+FQ Tête-à-la-Baleine, QC, Canada

Name and Location

The Tête-à-la-Baleine Lighthouse is located at MQ75+FQ, Tête-à-la-Baleine, QC, Canada (50.6636442° N, -59.2405014° W) in the municipality of Le Golfe-du-Saint-Laurent, Côte-Nord, Quebec, Canada.

Construction and History

Unfortunately, there is no available information on the construction era or architect of this lighthouse. It is likely that the lighthouse was built during the late 19th or early 20th century, as it served as an important navigation aid for maritime traffic in the Gulf of St. Lawrence.

Architecture and Materials

No specific information on architecture and materials is available.

Light and Navigation

The Tête-à-la-Baleine Lighthouse remains a functional aid to navigation, helping mariners navigate the treacherous waters of the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Its purpose is to provide a visual aid for navigation, but whether it has been automated or remains under manual operation is unclear.

Accessibility and Visiting

There is no information available on public accessibility to the lighthouse or its visitor information, including opening hours, entrance fees, guided tours, or on-site facilities.

Notable Views and Landscape

From its vantage point on the coast, the lighthouse offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, which is characterized by rugged cliffs, rocky shores, and dense forests. The area is prone to strong winds and rough seas, making it a challenging environment for navigation.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore are available about this lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The technical and operational details of the lighthouse are unclear, including whether it has been automated or remains under manual operation.

Further Information

Note: There are several nearby attractions that may be of interest to visitors, including whale watching excursions and scenic hiking trails.

Details

NameTête-à-la-BaleineLighthouse
CityTête-à-la-Baleine,QC
CountryCanada
Coordinates50.6636442, -59.2405014
Year of construction
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Landscape typeruggedcliffs,rockyshores,anddenseforests
View descriptionbreathtakingviewsofthesurroundinglandscape
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