Name and Location

The Port Grimaud Lighthouse is situated at 7HCQ+J3 Grimaud, France (43.2715433° N, 6.5876532° E), within the commune of Var in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region.

Construction and History

While the official name of the lighthouse is not explicitly stated, it can be inferred to have been built during the 19th or early 20th century based on its architectural style and historical context. The exact construction year is not specified.

Architecture and Materials

The Port Grimaud Lighthouse is a minor light structure with a height of approximately 7 meters (23 feet). Its design is characteristic of traditional lighthouses in the region, featuring a simple yet elegant architecture. The materials used for its construction are likely to be stone or brick, but exact details are not specified.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a green light with a period of 4 seconds and a range of approximately 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). It serves as a vital aid to navigation for mariners entering the Port Grimaud harbor and surrounding waters.

Accessibility and Visiting

No specific information is available regarding accessibility or visiting the lighthouse.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape offers picturesque views of the Mediterranean Sea, but no notable scenic spots are associated with the lighthouse.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No relevant stories or anecdotes are available about the Port Grimaud Lighthouse.

Technical and Operational Details

The information provided is based on publicly available data from the United States National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (US NGA) publication 113, dated October 22, 2010.