Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse

Cap-des-Rosiers Lighthouse, built in 1858 on a steep cliff near Gaspé, Quebec, served as a major aid to ships entering the Saint Lawrence estuary from the gulf. The tallest lighthouse in Canada at 34.1 metres, or 112 feet, it was engineered for a harsh and important coast, with a tapering stone tower faced with firebrick, very thick walls, and deep foundations. Its light stood 136 feet above high water, giving it a commanding position. Maintained by generations of keepers, it remained important through changing patterns of marine traffic and was later recognized nationally for both its engineering and maritime service.