Dunkirk lighthouse

Dunkirk, France

Open to visitors

The interior is normally open, possibly ticketed.

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Designed by Léonce Reynaud and constructed of brick, the Dunkirk Lighthouse rose to 63 meters upon its completion in 1843, making it the tallest first-order lighthouse in France. Located near Dunkirk, this automated beacon projects a beam extending 60 kilometers or beyond, serving as a critical aid to maritime navigation in the port. Now classified as a historical monument, the structure stands as a testament to nineteenth-century French lighthouse engineering and Reynaud's architectural expertise during an era of significant advances in maritime infrastructure.