Lighthouse
La Jument Lighthouse
Ouessant · Finistère
A legendary 47.40 m lighthouse at sea, built from 1904 to 1911 on the Ar Gazeg reef, with a red light of three flashes and a current range of 10 nautical miles.
- Suggested time
- Depends on the viewpoint or the boat trip.
- Type of place
- Lighthouse
- Atmosphere
- Extreme, legendary and spectacular.
- Getting there
- A lighthouse at sea, not open to visitors. Seen from Ouessant or on a supervised boat trip.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 3/10
- As a couple
- 10/10
- With friends
- 10/10
- Solo
- 9/10
- With a dog
- 2/10
- Reduced mobility
- 2/10
These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.
About
La Jument lighthouse stands south-west of Ouessant, at the end of the Fromveur passage, on the Ar Gazeg reef. It was built from 1904 to 1911, thanks notably to a bequest from Charles-Eugène Potron. The maritime authority (DIRM) now gives a total height of 47.40 m. The red light gives three grouped flashes every 12 seconds, with a range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse has been automated since 1991 and is listed as a historic monument. It cannot be visited.
What you will see
- Location: Ouessant, Fromveur passage.
- Height: 47.40 m according to the DIRM.
- Range: 10 nautical miles for the current light.
- Light: three grouped red flashes every 12 seconds.
- Construction: 1904 to 1911; in service in 1911; automated in 1991.
- Prices 2026: no visits; boat trips are paid.
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- Children: can be seen from Ouessant; boat trips depending on age and sea conditions.
- History: built in the early 20th century in the Fromveur passage, made possible by a large private bequest.
- An octagonal tower on an egg-shaped base.
- The historic rotating optic floats on a mercury bath, with a 0.70 m focal length; the current light uses an LED lantern.
- The Fromveur passage has very powerful currents.
- La Jument has become a world icon of storm photography.
Practical information
- Public transport
- Boat or plane to Ouessant, then travel on the island.
- Services
- None at the lighthouse; no public access inside
- Parking
- Not applicable at the lighthouse; parking depends on your starting point on Ouessant.
- Accessibility
- No public access to the lighthouse.
- Safety
- Never approach it on your own; the Fromveur is a dangerous area
- Best time
- Storms only from a safe coastal viewpoint; a calm sea for a boat trip.
- Ideal for
- Photographers, lighthouse lovers, storms watched safely, maritime history
- Nearby
- Ouessant, the Pointe de Pern, Nividic, Créac’h, the Fromveur passage
Tips on the spot
- Check the visit status on the day before you travel, and do not confuse access to the site, the foot of the lighthouse and the inside of the tower.
- For a lighthouse open to visitors, check the time of the last climb, not just the closing time.
- For a lighthouse at sea, only watch it from a boat run by a professional or from a safe viewpoint on land.
- Bring a windproof layer, even in summer; stairs and galleries can be slippery with rain or spray.
- With children, check the number of steps and any minimum age; with vertigo, the climb to the gallery is not for everyone.
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- Working lighthouses are maritime safety equipment: respect all restricted technical areas.
- For photos, use a wide angle at the foot of the lighthouse and a telephoto lens for lighthouses seen from a distance.
- On an island, check the last boat back before starting the visit.
- On cliffs, stay behind the barriers and on the paths; keep dogs on a lead in nature reserves.
- Visits can be cancelled at the last minute for safety reasons.
- For storms, stay on a safe viewpoint on land and never go down onto the rocks.
- A telephoto lens is essential for a detailed photo from Ouessant.
Frequently asked questions
What kind of lighthouse is it?
A lighthouse at sea.
Is the lighthouse still in service?
Yes, it is a working, automated lighthouse.
How tall is it?
47.40 m according to the DIRM.
How far can its light be seen?
10 nautical miles for the current light.
What is the light’s pattern?
Three grouped flashes every 12 seconds.
What colour is the light?
Red.
See also the lighthouses in Ouessant.
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