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St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇫🇷Saint-Valery-en-Caux, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse

Also known as: St.-Valéry-en-Caux (Jetée de l'Ouest)

This white, cylindrical masonry tower stands 12 meters tall at the end of the west jetty in Saint-Valéry-en-Caux. Built in 1882, it emits a single green flash every 6 seconds from a focal height of 13 meters. The structure features a lantern and gallery, both painted green, atop the white tower. The lighthouse offers a geographic range of 11.3 nautical miles. While the site is open to the public, access to the tower itself is restricted. The lighthouse is situated approximately 50 km east of Fécamp and the same distance west of Dieppe.

Why it matters: This lighthouse precisely marks the entrance to the harbor of Saint-Valéry-en-Caux and the west jetty, aiding local fishing fleets and recreational sailors.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1882

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery, painted white; lantern and gallery painted green

Location

City
Saint-Valery-en-Caux
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Normandy
Sea Region
Located at the end of the west jetty in St.-Valéry-en-Caux, about 50 km east of Fécamp and the same distance west of Dieppe.
Latitude
49.8735°
Longitude
0.7087°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saint-Valery-en-Caux(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
A1238
NGA No.
8760
ARLHS No.
FRA-152
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse at night?+
St.-Valéry-en-Caux displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green flashes every 6 seconds. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Valery-en-Caux at 0.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Veules-les-Roses (3.6 NM E), Quiberville (8.2 NM ENE), Luneray (8.4 NM ESE), Fécamp (14.5 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, St.-Valéry-en-Caux 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 St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse?+
St.-Valéry-en-Caux 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 St.-Valéry-en-Caux Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near St.-Valéry-en-Caux 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.