Name and Location

La Palue Lighthouse, also known as Ar Palud in Breton, is located at 157 Ar Palud, 29870 Landéda, Finist��re, Brittany, France. It sits on a rocky shoal at the entrance to Aber Wrac’h, north of Landéda, with coordinates 48.5967541 N, –4.5604299 E.

2. Construction and History

The exact construction date, height, and architect of La Palue Lighthouse are not available. However, it is a masonry tower with a cylindrical shape, topped with a lantern and gallery.

3. Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is marked with a painted white structure featuring a red spherical top-mark. The material used for its construction is masonry.

4. Light and Navigation

Unfortunately, information on the light characteristic, range, and periods of operation are unavailable. However, La Palue Lighthouse serves as a special-purpose beacon and permanent aid to navigation.

5. Accessibility and Visiting

The tower itself is not open to visitors; landing by private boat only is possible. The best views can be had from the coastal footpath around Aber Wrac’h or by boat. There are no on-site visitor facilities or guided tours available.

6. Notable Views and Landscape

La Palue Lighthouse is surrounded by rocky islets and strong tidal currents, which characterize the approach to Aber Wrac’h. Nearby attractions include Pointe Saint-Mathieu lighthouse to the west, the marina at Le Dossen, and coastal trails for bird-watching and wildflower meadows.

7. Anecdotes and Folklore

According to local anecdote, mariners tell of sudden groundswells off La Palue shoal, which prompted the installation of a permanent beacon to warn small craft in heavy weather.

8. Technical and Operational Details

La Palue Lighthouse is likely managed by the French maritime authority (Service des phares et balises) and is presumed automated. The power source is unknown but may be solar or mains-powered. There are no reports of AIS or radar equipment installed at the site.

9. Further Information

For further information, refer to OpenStreetMap entry “way/232645533” for La Palue Lighthouse, SHOM (Service hydrographique et océanographique de la Marine) chart index for Finistère, and Landéda municipal website for general information on local beacons.