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Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse

Fl Red 4s🇫🇷Flamanville, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse

A cylindrical white tower constructed of granite stands 51 meters tall, with its operational light positioned at a focal height of 7 meters. The structure comprises a round granite tower with a lantern and gallery, mounted atop a one-story cylindrical granite base. Located at the end of the north breakwater in Diélette, France, this lighthouse emits a red flash every 4 seconds, visible for 9.3 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light guides vessels into the port of Diélette, with its red flash marking the northern breakwater and ensuring safe passage into the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl R 4s
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Flamanville
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Normandy
Sea Region
Located at the end of the north breakwater at Diélette.
Latitude
49.5530°
Longitude
-1.8637°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dielette(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
A1632.2.
ARLHS No.
FRA-031

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
51m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
granite

Structure: round granite tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on a 1-story cylindrical granite base

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse at night?+
Diélette Digue Nord displays the characteristic Fl Red 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is DIELETTE at 0.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include La Hague (6.1 NM NNE), OMONVILLE LA ROGUE (9.3 NM N), Querqueville (10 NM NE), GOURY (10.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse?+
Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Diélette Digue Nord Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.