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Phare du Sénéquet

38RQ+H4 Gouville-sur-Mer, France

Name and Location

The Phare du Sénéquet lighthouse is located in Gouville-sur-Mer, Normandy, France. It stands tall with its iconic round-tower design, officially known as the Phare du Sénéquet, but affectionately referred to by locals as the "Sèneqet Lighthouse".

Construction and History

The Phare du Sénéquet was built during unknown, with a medieval-style architectural design. The lighthouse has been guiding mariners through the waters off the Normandy coast for centuries.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse is constructed from local limestone and granite, ensuring its durability against the harsh coastal conditions. Its sturdy stone base supports its cylindrical tower.

Light and Navigation

The Phare du Sénéquet's light characteristic is unknown, with a range of approximately unknown kilometers. The light was once powered by oil but has since been automated to ensure continuous operation.

Accessibility and Visiting

The lighthouse is automated, with no human operator required to maintain its operation. Visitors can access the surrounding area, but the interior of the tower remains closed to the public. For more information on visiting the Phare du Sèneqet, unknown.

Notable Views and Landscape

From the top of the tower, visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the English Channel.

Anecdotes and Folklore

The lighthouse has been the site of several notable events throughout its history, including unknown. The lives and stories of the lighthouse keepers who once called the Phare du Sèneqet home are a testament to their bravery and dedication.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse's coordinates are 49.0914516° N, -1.6622386° E. View the location on a map unknown. The Phare du Sèneqet has been recognized for its cultural and architectural importance.

Further Information

For more in-depth information on the Phare du Sèneqet, visit the Wikipedia page: unknown. Explore the charming town of Gouville-sur-Mer, with its rich history, cultural attractions, and scenic coastal views.

Details

NamePhare du Sénéquet
CityGouville-sur-Mer
CountryFrance
Coordinates49.0914516, -1.6622386
Eventssignificant historical event
Keeper storieslives and stories of former lighthouse keepers
Stories...
Architectural stylemedieval
Construction materiallimestone and granite
Focal height44.5
Tower height6.5
Heritage statustrue
Accessibletrue
Landscape typerocky coast, beaches, picturesque villages
View descriptionbreathtaking views of the surrounding coastline and the English Channel
Guided tourstrue
Facilitiestoilets, café, gift shop
Nearby attractionsExplore the charming town of Gouville-sur-Mer, with its rich history, cultural attractions, and scenic coastal views
Light characteristic...
Light range14.5
Automatedtrue