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Cape Saint Mathieu lighthouse.
The cape Saint Mathieu lighthouse  is located in the city of Plougonvelin, in the vicinity of Brest , Finistere area of Britanny.
Built in 1835 among the ruins  of an ancient abbey, this major lighthouse has a 29 nm reach (approx. 34 miles).

More information on Wikipedia and superb aerial photos on Marinas.com

Position 
Location 
Cape Saint Mathieu
Building date 
1740-1821-1835
Height
37 meters (121 feet)
Elevation
56 meters (184 feet)
Reach
29 nautical miles (33 miles)
Light signal
1 white flash , 15 seconds interval
Optics 
2 revolving panels
Lamp
Halogen  250 W
Sound signal 
No
Visitors allowed
Yes
Inhabited
No
Automated in 
1996

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