Le phare vert et le phare rouge

At the entrance to the Old Port of La Rochelle, two small but striking sentinels stand watch over the water: the red and green lighthouses. Though modest in size compared to the imposing medieval towers nearby, they carry a quiet significance that blends navigation, history, and atmosphere.

The red lighthouse marks the port side, while the green marks starboard, guiding boats safely through the narrow channel into the harbor. This color system is standard in maritime navigation.

Today, they are as much part of the city’s charm as its famous towers. Visitors often pause along the quays to watch sailboats glide between the red and green markers.Read more