Phare de l'Enfant Perdu

The Phare de l'Enfant Perdu, also known as L'Enfant Perdu, is a historic lighthouse located on the coast of French Guiana, France.

History

• The construction of this lighthouse began in 1852 and was completed in 1855.

Architecture

The tower height of the Phare de l'Enfant Perdu is approximately 17 meters (56 feet). The focal height, which is the distance from the base of the tower to the top of the light source, is around 14.9 meters (49 feet). The lighthouse features a conical shape and has a white and red color pattern.

Light Characteristics

• Colour: White
• Height: 17 meters (56 feet)
• Period: 4 seconds
• Sequence: 1+(3)
• Character: Fl

Current Status

The Phare de l'Enfant Perdu is currently an automated aid to navigation, but its status may be subject to change.

Location and Accessibility

The Phare de l'Enfant Perdu is located at the address Phare de l'Enfant Perdu, French Guiana, France. The exact coordinates are 5.042150033333334° N, 52.354329155555554° W. The location can be accessed by land or sea.

Heritage Status

The Phare de l'Enfant Perdu is a protected historical monument in France.

Notable Historical Events

Unfortunately, no notable historical events are recorded for this lighthouse.