Phare des Baleines - Le Musée et la Vieille Tour

Musées et monuments
The old tower, just in front of the Baleines lighthouse, was built on the orders of Colbert and was in operation from 1682. Description
It was designed to serve as a sea wall (27 metres high) and as a maritime traffic surveillance point. At night, its fire was fuelled by fish oil and then by charcoal.
Replaced by the Phare des Baleines in 1854, it was listed as a historic monument in 1904!

The museum is located in the building at the foot of the old Whale Tower.
Opening

From 01/01 to 31/03/2024
Opening hours daily between 10.30 am and 5.30 pm.

From 01/04 to 30/06/2024
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 7 pm.

From 01/07 to 31/08/2024
Opening hours daily between 9.30 am and 8 pm.

From 01/09 to 30/09/2024
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 7 pm.

From 01/10 to 31/12/2024
Opening hours daily between 10.30 am and 5.30 pm.

Prices

Free entry for children < 7 years.
Group rate available for > 10 people.

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