Viewpoints and lighthouses in Belle Île

Coastal Views and Lighthouses

Belle-Île-en-Mer's rugged coastline features a collection of historic maritime structures and natural formations. The island's lighthouses, including the 19th-century Goulphar and the solar-powered Poulains, provide essential navigation for the Bay of Biscay. This selection includes 17th-century military architecture like the Vauban fortifications in Le Palais, alongside prominent coastal rocks and reefs like Men Du and Piler Beger, which characterize the island's Atlantic-facing cliffs and eastern shores.

Coastal Views and Lighthouses — Map

A

Phare de Goulphar

Built between 1826 and 1835, this 52-meter granite tower features a Fresnel lens and offers views over the Kervilahouen moors.

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B

Phare des Poulains

Automated lighthouse situated on a tidal island. It houses a museum exhibition focused on island biodiversity and maritime history.

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C

Phare de Kerdonis

19th-century square tower marking the eastern entrance to the passage between the island and the mainland.

D

Bastion du gouverneur

Part of the 17th-century Citadelle Vauban, providing an elevated vantage point over the harbor of Le Palais.

E

Échauguette

A stone watchtower integrated into the coastal fortifications of the Citadelle Vauban.

F

Piler Beger

Distinctive rock formation located off the northern tip of the island near the Pointe des Poulains.

G

Petit Lann

Coastal rock formation situated near the northern cliffs.

H

Piler du Lann

Prominent rock pillar located off the northwestern coast.

I

Men Du

Large reef formation off the southern coast, known for its dark stone.

J

Vaz Dre

Coastal reef formation located near the southern tip of the island.

K

Le Loen

Maritime reef situated off the southern shore of Belle-Île.

L

Pointe de Kerzo

Coastal promontory offering a view of the Citadel and the harbor entrance of Le Palais.

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