Le Grau-du-Roi lighthouse

Le Grau-du-Roi lighthouse stands at the canal entrance, marking the passage between the Mediterranean Sea and the inland waterways of Camargue. The structure rises from the harbor area and remains visible from various vantage points along the water's edge.

The lighthouse began operations in 1829 as a critical navigation point for vessels entering the canal system connecting to Aigues-Mortes. Its establishment marked an important moment in the development of the harbor's maritime infrastructure.

The lighthouse has long been a landmark that residents and visitors alike recognize instantly, forming part of the local maritime heritage that defines the port's character. Its presence shapes how people navigate and gather in the harbor area.

You can observe the lighthouse from the harbor area, where multiple public vantage points offer clear views of the waterway and the beacon. The structure is most striking at dusk when its light signals become more visible to the eye.

The structure maintains its original 19th-century mechanical rotating system that produces the light pattern visible from the harbor today. This type of historical machinery is rarely preserved in working condition, making it a notable example of period engineering.

Location: Le Grau-du-Roi

Inception: 1828

Address: 2, quai Général-de-Gaulle

Website: https://pop.culture.gouv.fr/notice/merimee/PA30000088

GPS coordinates: 43.53648,4.13454

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:27