France Cordouan Lighthouse
The Phare de Cordouan is a famous lighthouse in the Atlantic Ocean, near the coast of France. It is one of the oldest lighthouses in France and is known for its beautiful stone design. You can climb the stairs to the top and enjoy very nice views of the sea. The lighthouse is part of UNESCO heritage.
Photography Tips
During low tide you can get nice patterns around the lighthouse. Walk around with different focal lenses to get different shots !
Travel Information
To get there, you need to take a boat from Le Verdon-sur-Mer or Royan. The journey takes around 30 to 45 minutes. Visits are only possible when the weather and sea conditions are good, so it is best to check the boat times before going. At low tide, you can walk around the lighthouse.
Spot Type
Outdoor
Crowd Factor
A decent amount of people
Best Timing
Sunrise
Sunrise & Sunset
07:15 - 20:59
| current local time: 22:28
Photo Themes
Island
Lighthouse
low tide
Ocean
Small island
Locations
Le Verdon-sur-Mer
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