Môle Saint Louis Lighthouse, Maritime lighthouse at the end of Saint Louis pier in Sète, France.
The white cylindrical tower rises 35.8 meters above the Mediterranean Sea, marking the entrance to the commercial port of Sète with its beam of light.
Initially constructed in 1680 at the pier's end, the lighthouse faced destruction during World War II in 1944 and underwent complete reconstruction in 1948.
The lighthouse pier displays portraits of seafarers created through reverse graffiti techniques, demonstrating the strong connection between Sète and maritime traditions.
Visitors can climb 126 steps to reach the observation platform, with admission fees of 3.50 euros for adults and free entry for children under 12.
The structure features an engraved poem by Paul Valéry near its entrance, combining maritime navigation with French literary heritage.
Location: Sète
Height: 35.8 m
GPS coordinates: 43.39689,3.70172
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
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