Name and Location

The Phare de Trézien is a historic lighthouse located in Plouarzel, a commune in the Finistère department of Brittany, France. Its exact address is 134 Rte du Phare, 29810 Plouarzel, France.

Construction and History

Built in 1873, the Phare de Trézien is a typical example of a French coastal lighthouse from the late 19th century. The lighthouse serves as a major aid to navigation for mariners crossing the English Channel.

Architecture and Materials

The Phare de Trézien features a white tower with a red lantern room at the top, surrounded by a square-shaped keeper's house. The lighthouse stands 84 meters tall and has a focal plane height of 63 meters above sea level.

Light and Navigation

The Phare de Trézien serves as a major aid to navigation for mariners crossing the English Channel. Its light is visible at a range of 20 kilometers, with a period of 6 seconds and a sequence of three flashes every 15 seconds. The lighthouse also features an AIS radio station with MMSI number 992271309.

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 de Trézien is an important cultural and historical landmark in Brittany. It has been featured on the Wikipedia page for French lighthouses, along with other notable coastal structures.

Further Information

• * A 1873.9 (French Lighthouse Reference Number)
• * Q59124 (Wikidata ID)
• * fr:Phare de Trézien (Wikipedia Page)