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Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇫🇷Le Havre, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 15 meters tall at the end of the north breakwater in Le Havre, France. Built in 1948, it replaced an earlier station established in 1906. The white tower features a red lantern and is supported by six buttresses. Its light emits a single red flash every 5 seconds, visible for nearly 12 nautical miles. The structure is situated at the entrance to one of France's major port cities.

Why it matters: This light warns mariners of the northern breakwater, guiding vessels into the busy port of Le Havre.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1948

Significant events: Station established 1906, Current tower built 1948

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Le Havre(0.9 km)
ARLHS No.
FRA-164

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red lantern

Structure: round cylindrical tower with lantern, gallery, and six buttresses

Location

City
Le Havre
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Normandy
Sea Region
end of the north breakwater at Le Havre
Latitude
49.4866°
Longitude
0.0907°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse at night?+
Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord displays the characteristic Fl Red 5s. 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 Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Le Havre at 2.3 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Harfleur (4.3 NM E), Villerville (5.5 NM SSE), Gonfreville-l'Orcher (5.6 NM E), Rogerville (6.1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Le Havre Nouvelle 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 Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse?+
Le Havre Nouvelle 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 Le Havre Nouvelle Digue Nord Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Le Havre Nouvelle 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.