Name and Location

The Phare du Portzic is a historic lighthouse located at the mouth of the River Penfeld and marking the entrance to the port of Brest, France.

Construction and History

The Phare du Portzic has been an essential aid to navigation for over two centuries. Initially constructed in the late 18th century, it was rebuilt and reinforced in the mid-19th century. The lighthouse's original purpose was to guide ships into the port of Brest and to serve as a warning beacon against rocky outcroppings.

Architecture and Materials

The Phare du Portzic stands 35 meters tall on a rocky outcrop at the Pointe du Portzic, near Brest, France. The lighthouse is a freestanding structure with a cylindrical shape, built using stone and concrete. Its height is approximately 56 meters above sea level.

Light and Navigation

The Phare du Portzic is equipped with six lights that operate on different periods, ranges, and sectors. These lights are characterized by their color (red or white) and sequence:

• * Light 1: Red light, range 15 km, sector 219-259
• * Light 2: White light, range 19 km, sector 259-338
• * Light 3: Red light, range 15 km, sector 0-338
• * Light 4: White light, range 19 km, sector 0-65.5
• * Light 5: White light, range 22 km, sector 65-71 (visibility intensified)
• * Light 6: White light, range 19 km, sector 70.5-219

Accessibility and Visiting

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Notable Views and Landscape

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Anecdotes and Folklore

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Technical and Operational Details

The Phare du Portzic has been recognized by various authorities, including the French National Geographic Institute (IGN) and the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA).

Further Information

Sources: ANFR (08/2019), US NGA Pub. 113 (2010-10-22).