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.
Phare de Goulphar
Built between 1826 and 1835, this 52-meter granite tower features a Fresnel lens and offers views over the Kervilahouen moors.
B Phare des Poulains
Automated lighthouse situated on a tidal island. It houses a museum exhibition focused on island biodiversity and maritime history.
C Phare de Kerdonis
19th-century square tower marking the eastern entrance to the passage between the island and the mainland.
Bastion du gouverneur
Part of the 17th-century Citadelle Vauban, providing an elevated vantage point over the harbor of Le Palais.
Échauguette
A stone watchtower integrated into the coastal fortifications of the Citadelle Vauban.
Piler Beger
Distinctive rock formation located off the northern tip of the island near the Pointe des Poulains.
Petit Lann
Coastal rock formation situated near the northern cliffs.
Piler du Lann
Prominent rock pillar located off the northwestern coast.
Men Du
Large reef formation off the southern coast, known for its dark stone.
Vaz Dre
Coastal reef formation located near the southern tip of the island.
Le Loen
Maritime reef situated off the southern shore of Belle-Île.
Pointe de Kerzo
Coastal promontory offering a view of the Citadel and the harbor entrance of Le Palais.
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