Stiff Lighthouse
The Stiff lighthouse was the first to be built on the island. Designed by the military architect Vauban, its construction on the highest point of the island was started in 1695 and it first went into service in 1700.
It is 33 meters high (90 meters above sea-level). It was first run on coal and was converted to fuel in 1889. It was equipped with an optic at the beginning of the 20th century. It is now fully automatic and remote-controlled by the Créac'h. It emits 2 red flashes every 20 seconds and its beam carries 24 miles out to sea. The Stiff is closed to the public.
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