Name and Location

The Unnamed Norville Lighthouse stands at 522 Route Industrielle in the former commune of Norville (now part of Rives-en-Seine), Seine-Maritime, Normandy, France. Its exact location is marked by coordinates 49°29′15″ N, 0°39′54�� E.

Construction and History

The lighthouse's construction era is unspecified, but it may date to the mid-20th century when river navigation aids were standardized. The cadastral source was updated in 2008, suggesting that construction may have occurred around that time. It serves local Seine traffic between Le Havre and Rouen.

Architecture and Materials

The lighthouse's structure is small, likely made of masonry or concrete, and painted white (typical for inland Seine beacons). Its height and focal plane are not published, but estimated to be under 10 meters tall.

Light and Navigation

The light characteristic of the lighthouse is unknown, possibly a fixed or occulting lamp used to guide pleasure craft and small commercial vessels. It may coordinate with AIS beacons or VNF radar installations, though no on-site equipment is publicly documented.

Accessibility and Visiting

The tower stands on private industrial land; no visitor facilities or guided tours are available. Public access is limited, best viewed from the riverbank or roadway above the Seine levee. No formal path or parking is provided.

Notable Views and Landscape

From nearby Église Saint-Martin (Villequier), visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the River Seine. The Musée Pierre Corneille in Rouen, 15 km east, offers cultural and historic exhibits.

Anecdotes and Folklore

Oral tradition in nearby Villequier mentions a "river lamp" used by fishermen at night—possibly this beacon's predecessor. Local folklore also hints at an earlier wooden daymark used by inland shipping.

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is likely fully automated, with no keeper's house or staffing recorded. It is presumed to be managed by Voies Navigables de France (VNF), which oversees river navigation lights on the Seine.

Further Information

• For nautical chart references, consult SHOM chart 2180 (Seine estuary and Rouen reach) for river aids to navigation.
• The Direction Générale des Impôts – Cadastre 2008 update provides information about the lighthouse's cadastre source.
• Local archives may hold construction permits or maintenance logs under "Norville / Rives-en-Seine lighthouses."