Phare d'Eckmühl
A granite lighthouse about 65 metres high at the tip of the Penmarc'h peninsula; climbing its 307 steps gives views over the Bigouden coast.
The lighthouse was built in 1897, funded by the daughter of Marshal Davout, Prince of Eckmühl. At about 65 metres, it is one of the tallest lighthouses in France. The interior has a spiral staircase of roughly 300 steps, and from the top you can see the reef-studded Penmarc'h coast and Saint-Pierre port. Climbing costs about 3 euros, and it is open in spring and summer. The rocky coast around it is exposed to strong waves, so take care when walking there. It lies about 45 km from Concarneau and can be combined with Pointe de la Torche and Tronoën in a day trip.
Opening hours
Tower climb open approx. Apr–Sep 10:30–18:30
Nearby sights
- Pointe de la Torche
- Calvary of Notre-Dame-de-Tronoën
- Haliotika & Le Guilvinec Port
- Musée Bigouden
- Bénodet & Odet River
- Glénan Islands
- Cap Coz
- Pointe de Beg-Meil