Initial construction 1777 (≈ 1777)
Sign built by engineer Groleau.
1893
Tag enhancement
Tag enhancement 1893 (≈ 1893)
Addition of a light for night signs.
22 novembre 2011
Registration historical monument
Registration historical monument 22 novembre 2011 (≈ 2011)
Official protection of the monument.
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui Aujourd'hui (≈ 2025)
Position de référence.
Heritage classified
The beacon (non-cadaster box, public maritime domain): registration by decree of 22 November 2011
Key figures
Groleau - Engineer
Designer of the beacon in 1777.
Origin and history
The beacon of the Morées, located in Saint-Nazaire in Loire-Atlantique, is a historic monument registered since 22 November 2011. It is the oldest maritime signalling work in the Loire estuary, towards Nantes. Built in 1777 according to the plans of Engineer Groleau, it was designed to guide ships in this strategic area.
In 1893, the beacon was enhanced to accommodate a fire, thereby improving its night-time signalling function. The building, of truncated shape, is made of cut stone and painted in green, with the inscription "MOREES" in white. Its simple yet robust architecture reflects its practical usefulness for river and maritime navigation.
The beacon of the Mores bears witness to the historic importance of Saint-Nazaire as a port and to the evolution of maritime signalling techniques between the 18th and 19th centuries. Its inscription as a historic monument underscores its heritage value and its role in local history.
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