Practical information
How many steps do I have to climb ? What are the opening hours ? How long does a visit to the lighthouse last ? Find all the practical information you need to prepare your visit here !
OPENING PERIODS
The Espiguette lighthouse is open all year round ! This is an opportunity to visit the lighthouse outside of the busy periods. It is so much more pleasant to enjoy a few moments of calm, far from the summer crowds.
November / December / January / February
Wednesday to Sunday
Monday and Tuesday
09.30 - 12.00 & 14.00 - 17.00
Closed
Annual closure on 24 December at 12 noon.
Closed on 25 December, 31 December and 1 January.
Wednesday to Sunday
09.30 - 12.00 & 14.00 - 17.00
Monday and Tuesday
Closed
Annual closure on 24 December at 12 noon.
Closed on 25 December, 31 December and 1 January.
March / April / May / June / September / October
Wednesday to Monday
Tuesday
09.00 - 12.00 & 14.00 - 18.00
Closed
Wednesday to Monday
09.00 - 12.00 & 14.00 - 18.00
Tuesday
Closed
July / August
Everyday
09am - 7.30pm
Everyday
09am - 7.30pm
VISITING SLOTS
To fully experience the breathtaking panorama once you have climbed the 111 steps, tours of the lighthouse are organised in 30 minute slots for groups of 10 people.
VISITING TIME
Visit to the museum
Allow approximately 1 hour
Discover the Lighthouse
30 minutes
Weather
Don't forget to check the weather forecast before going to the site.
If it is raining or windy, you should bring a windproof or waterproof jacket.
In the event of a major storm or thunderstorm, visits may be cancelled or postponed. You will receive an email and an SMS during the day with the procedure to follow.
On hot days, please bring a cap, sun cream, a bottle of water and mosquito repellent.
THE LIGHTHOUSE IN NUMBERS
Project manager
Charles Lenthéric, engineer
Bridges & Roads
Contractor
Charles Dupuy
Light signal
3
white flashes grouped every 15 s
Number of steps
111
Steps
Range
24
Nautical miles
Height
27,40
m
Geographical coordinates
43°29'3''
04°08'5'' E
Latitude - Longitude
THE GUIDE'S TIP
Don't forget your camera !
The Espiguette lighthouse is a real selfie spot ! From the top, the 360° view is exceptional and the change of scenery is total. Who wouldn't want to capture these moments ?
Don't hesitate to tag us on Instagram! #phareespiguette