The lighthouse stands in the Gironde estuary, seven kilometers offshore from Le Verdon-sur-Mer, and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Keepers lead tours up around 300 steps past a chapel and rooms to a view over the sea.
Highlights
- View from the top
- Chapel and King's apartments
- Wading to the lighthouse
Good to know
- Boat trips depend on the tide
- Advance booking is required
- Wear shoes that can get wet
