Lighthouse of Saint-Valery-en-Caux

The Lighthouse of Saint-Valery-en-Caux is a white cylindrical structure with a green lantern gallery positioned at the end of the western jetty, standing approximately 12 meters tall. It functions as part of a navigation system together with an older cast iron beacon across the harbor.

The structure was built in 1882 to guide ships and was later electrified in 1958, shifting from manual to automated operation. This modernization improved reliability and adjusted the navigation system to changing maritime needs.

The lighthouse forms part of the town's identity as a working port, where locals and visitors recognize its white tower as a symbol of maritime life along this channel coast. The green lantern and the red light across the water are visual landmarks woven into daily harbor life.

The structure sits at the end of the western jetty and is easily accessible from the harbor area, offering good views of the port. Visitors should be cautious during windy or wet weather, as exposed areas near the water can become slippery.

A cast iron beacon with red light stands on the opposite side of the harbor and dates back to 1857. Together these two lights form a traditional navigation pair that working boats still use today.

Location: Saint-Valery-en-Caux

GPS coordinates: 49.87360,0.70889

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42