Things to see and do Plouarzel

This point is most in the west of French territory. Because of its geographical position, it is also regarded as the boundary point between the Channel and the Atlantic Ocean. Facing her, the sea, the islands of the Molène archipelago and the island of Ouessant… This is the direction in which Trezien's lighthouse and the C.R.O.S.S. are located here, night and day, the staff observe the maritime activity with priority over the rail of Ouessant, crossing a hundred miles west of the island and borrowed by more than 55 000. 000 ships a year. Please note: To accompany you, an interpretive course and an orientation table.

The Trezian directional lighthouse was commissioned in 1894 to guide the boats that take the Channel channel. At 500 m from the shore, it is aligned with that of Kermorvan, located at the entrance to the Conquet. If reaching the lighthouse of the lighthouse involves climbing 182 steps, you will not regret the effort: you will then be 37.20 m from the ground, 86.20 m above sea level, and enjoy a splendid panorama! A magnificent view of the Iroise Sea, the islands of the Molène archipelago (the main ones are Balanec, Bannec, Béniguet, Litry, Trielen and Queménes) as well as the island of Ouessant and even the island of Sein, in a clear time. At the foot of the lighthouse, the warden's house has been developed and presents a permanent exhibition, Marking in the Four Channel Channel: Explanatory panels, objects and models explain the operation of lighthouses and lenses of Fresnel. A temporary exhibition is now complete.

The menhir of Kerloas is supposedly the highest menhir in France (the world) still standing. Currently it stands at 9.50 m from the ground. The menhir's two bosses were once the object of a fertility rite. This megalitha of healing virtues was also lent. It is now one of the most visited sites in the country of Iroise. Please note: Kerloas menhir is classified as Historical Monuments since September 25, 1883.