Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse

Les Eclaireurs Lighthouse, often mistaken for ‘The Lighthouse at the End of the World’ from Jules Verne’s novel, stands as a significant navigational marker near Ushuaia, Argentina. While Verne was inspired by the San Juan de Salvamento lighthouse further east, Les Eclaireurs is indeed the last landmark many sailors see before heading south to Antarctica. Situated on a small island, the lighthouse offers a striking view with its red and white stripes against the rugged, windswept landscape. Visitors can admire this historic structure from boat tours, experiencing the same sense of finality and adventure that has greeted mariners for over a century.