Le Phare du Cap Ferret
Le Phare du Cap Ferret
Le Phare du Cap Ferret
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10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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The Cap Ferret Lighthouse welcomes you. Climb 258 steps to see the view from the top, visit the interactive exhibition and enjoy the shop. See you soon at the Cap Ferret Lighthouse !
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kermit77mainz
mainz5 contributions
Aug 2020
The light house is beautiful, So is the View.
Unfortunately the General rules of COVID 19 are not respected- Social distancing is not followed. This is a Problem as the time to wait to get on the lighthouse was More than 1 Hour.
Even worse That the staff members get abusive when asked for Support to Keep the distance.
Unfortunately the General rules of COVID 19 are not respected- Social distancing is not followed. This is a Problem as the time to wait to get on the lighthouse was More than 1 Hour.
Even worse That the staff members get abusive when asked for Support to Keep the distance.
Written 18 August 2020
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Hello,
We are really happy you enjoyed our lighthouse. We are very sorry to hear people did not respect the social distancing and we also know some people do not respect the mask-wearing which is mandatory both inside the lighthouse and the park. However, there isn't much we can do, as you may have noticed the staff members are already quite busy and in these complicated times, it is also the responsibility of each individual to comply with the rules. Obviously, that doesn't mean we aren't taking this seriously and are slacking off, we do update people and remind them of the rules whenever we have the time. Thank you for your comment, though, we will pay more attention to people not wearing masks or social distancing outside. We wish you a good day.
Written 24 August 2020
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Birgit S
13 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
The Cap Ferrer Light House / Phare has a nice location with a splendid view on the Grande Dune du Pilates. However, we never got to see ist, as the opening hours differ from the website as well as the signposts where it says until 7.30 pm. In reality it closes at 7 PM. We arrived at 7.02 PM with several other tourists explicitly late to avoid masses of other tourists and were told it closes at 7pm. We told the staff to correct the website and signposts. They responded in a very unfriendly style: The Gift Shop ist open till 7.30pm and hence no corrections needed. Very unprofessionell.
Written 21 August 2020
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Bbel38
Grenoble, France1,314 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
The Cap-Ferret Lighthouse was commissioned in 1840. It is 57 metres high and has 258 steps. It has been classified as a historic monument since 2009.
Remember to visit the blockhouse. There is a lot of information about the lighthouse. It is located on the right before arriving at the lighthouse.
Watch out for opening hours. Visits are not all day and stop half an hour before closing.
Small tip: you can rent bikes to get to the lighthouse and go around the island; it's very convenient.
Remember to visit the blockhouse. There is a lot of information about the lighthouse. It is located on the right before arriving at the lighthouse.
Watch out for opening hours. Visits are not all day and stop half an hour before closing.
Small tip: you can rent bikes to get to the lighthouse and go around the island; it's very convenient.
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Written 19 September 2024
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Anaël
Paris, France922 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
It is a visit to plan during your visit to Cap Ferret whose entrance is 6 €. The lighthouse was rebuilt after the Second World War and the stairs are wide enough to be able to cross without any problems.
After a beautiful series of steps, you can admire the views of the ocean, the Cape pine forest and much of the Arcachon basin with the dune of Pilat at the bottom.
At the end of the visit, a shop offers a large number of regional products for sale. Don’t miss the visit to the small bunker on the left of the lighthouse on your way out.
After a beautiful series of steps, you can admire the views of the ocean, the Cape pine forest and much of the Arcachon basin with the dune of Pilat at the bottom.
At the end of the visit, a shop offers a large number of regional products for sale. Don’t miss the visit to the small bunker on the left of the lighthouse on your way out.
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Written 5 October 2024
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Frenchbird
Bristol126 contributions
Aug 2019
went up the phare(258 steps!!) and we had a lovely view of the area at the top. you can even see te dune du pilat. the entrance fee is a it steep (€6 for an adult and €4 for a kid) as you dont spend long there. the bunker next door which is free is very interesting
Written 26 August 2019
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KP_KK_BKK
Boscastle, UK218 contributions
June 2015 • Couples
Situated on a headland the lighthouse has extensive grounds which are quiet and peaceful. There is a visitor center at the base of the lighthouse and, admission to climb the 250+ stairs is EUR6.0 for adults. The panorama at the top is 360 degrees. It's open daily from April to September from 10am but, in the Winter, only on Wednesday and Sunday.
Just across from the visitor center is a renovated Second World War German bunker which is an eerie experience.
Just across from the visitor center is a renovated Second World War German bunker which is an eerie experience.
Written 26 July 2015
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QueenGucci
Melbourne, Australia157 contributions
July 2019 • Couples
The lighthouse is a great place to start your visit to Cap Ferrat, it gives you chance to get your bearings of the local area.
The climb is ok for an averagely fit person
The climb is ok for an averagely fit person
Written 28 July 2019
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TerOut
Glendale, AZ123 contributions
July 2018 • Couples
We hiked up the 240 steps to the top of the lighthouse I love panoramic views. I love being above the world and seeing the whole world (well maybe just the area) and all it has to offer. We hike up every tower, lighthouse and don’t get me started on rooftop bars.
Written 3 July 2018
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Photeinos
Paris, France115 contributions
July 2015 • Solo
This is an old lighthouse, which you must visit on foot up a twisting staircase, although there is a lif, which seems to be not available to the public. Once at the top, there is a spectacular view of the Arcachon peninsula with a view to the East of the bay and the Dune de Pilar and a view to the West of the Atlantic.
Written 23 November 2015
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Nigel H
Serignac, France67 contributions
Oct 2015 • Friends
well what a fabulous view from beyond the old lighthouse at Cap Ferret across to Dunes de Pyla and Arcachon Bay.
Even saw a water taxi arrive with 4 passengers onboard, arriving for lunch at the restaurant near the point and he even took a bank card for payment! The views are fantastic and has to be visited.
Even saw a water taxi arrive with 4 passengers onboard, arriving for lunch at the restaurant near the point and he even took a bank card for payment! The views are fantastic and has to be visited.
Written 27 October 2015
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Bonjour est ce que les chèques vacances sont acceptés à l'entrée ?
Written 19 August 2016
Les chèques vacances ne sont pas acceptés pour visiter le phare. Par contre beaucoup de restaurateurs du coin les prennent, notamment les glaciers.
Written 20 August 2016
Bonsoir, je voulais savoir si il y avait un ascenseur pour les personnes à mobilité réduite ?
Written 23 February 2016
Bonjour,
Non malheureusement il n' y a pas d'ascenseur en service au phare du Cap Ferret.
Bien cordialement
Written 11 May 2016
Volevo sapere se per arrivare al Faro bisogna per forza fare il giro lungo o esiste qualche traghetto che da Arcachon porta a Cap Ferret? Grazie
Written 17 August 2015
Il existe une navette qui relie Arcachon au Cap Ferret par le bassin. Les horaires dépendent de la marée. Ils sont disponibles sur internet.
Written 2 September 2015
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