Name and Location

The Phare de Scogliu Longu is a historic lighthouse located on the Quai l'Herminier in Propriano, Corsica, France.

Construction and History

The Phare de Scogliu Longu was built in the late 19th century to guide ships through treacherous waters off the coast of Corsica. The lighthouse is named after the nearby Scogliu Longu reef, which posed a significant threat to navigation. Over the years, the lighthouse has undergone several renovations and restorations to maintain its functionality.

Architecture and Materials

The Phare de Scogliu Longu features a traditional French lighthouse design with a cylindrical tower standing 16 meters (52 feet) tall. The exterior is white, topped with a red lantern room housing the light source.

Light and Navigation

The Phare de Scogliu Longu operates using a Fresnel lens system, emitting three distinct lights: white (range 15 nautical miles), green (range 12 nautical miles), and red (range 2 nautical miles). The light source is powered by an electric motor. The lighthouse's sector is divided into three parts, with the white light serving as a primary beacon.

Accessibility and Visiting

No information available on accessibility or visiting the Phare de Scogliu Longu.

Notable Views and Landscape

No information available on notable views or landscape surrounding the Phare de Scogliu Longu.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No anecdotes or folklore stories are available for the Phare de Scogliu Longu.

Technical and Operational Details

The Phare de Scogliu Longu is located at coordinates 8.8971848, 41.6785364 (latitude and longitude). Further information: IGN (2010). Cartographie réglementaire. Wikidata. Q30113781.

Further Information

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