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Phare de Pointe Plate

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Name and Location

The Phare de Pointe Plate, also known as Pointe Plate Lighthouse, is located on the picturesque island of Saint Pierre and Miquelon, France.

Construction and History

The Phare de Pointe Plate was constructed in [year of construction]. This historic lighthouse has been guiding mariners since its completion.

Architecture and Materials

The Phare de Pointe Plate is an exemplary representation of traditional French lighthouse architecture. Built with [construction materials], it rises to a height of approximately [height] meters, with its focal height reaching [focal height] meters above sea level.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse is equipped with two lights, each exhibiting a distinct characteristic. The primary light emits a red flash every [period] seconds, visible up to [range] nautical miles, and illuminates the sector between [sector_start] and [sector_end] degrees. The secondary light, marked by a white flash, operates similarly but covers a range of [range2] nautical miles.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors are welcome to explore the lighthouse's exterior, but please note that the interior is not open to the public due to [reason]. To reach the Phare de Pointe Plate, follow the signs leading from [nearby town or landmark] to the designated parking area. A short walk will bring you to the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby islands. As you approach the lighthouse, you'll notice its unique architecture and the historic importance it holds in maritime history.

Technical and Operational Details

The Phare de Pointe Plate is an automated lighthouse, with its operations no longer reliant on manual maintenance. This change enabled the introduction of more reliable and efficient lighting systems.

Further Information

  • [Wikipedia link]
  • [source:heritage]: data.gouv.fr, Ministère de la Culture - 2016
  • ANFR 08/2019

Coordinates and Map Link

Find the Phare de Pointe Plate at the following coordinates: Latitude: 46.8223259, Longitude: -56.4024607 View the location on [map link]

Details

NamePhare de Pointe Plate
City
CountryFrance
Coordinates46.8223259, -56.4024607
Historic significancerole in maritime history
Architectural styletraditional French lighthouse architecture
Heritage statustrue
Access descriptionfollow the signs leading from nearby town or landmark to the designated parking area. A short walk will bring you to the lighthouse.
Accessibletrue
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby islands
Facilitiestoilets
Light characteristicred flash every [period] seconds, visible up to [range] nautical miles
Light range,
Automatedtrue