The Lighthouse House
The historic emblem of Le Grau-du-Roi was built in 1827 and lit up in 1828. It is the oldest in the region.
The old lighthouse, historic emblem of Le Grau-du-Roi
A historic emblem of Le Grau-du-Roi, it was built in 1827 and lit in 1828. It is the oldest in the region.
The old lighthouse is listed as a historic monument and was inhabited until the 1970s.
In 2019, it underwent a facelift.
Originally, it was the entrance lighthouse to the port of Aigues-Mortes. However, as it was too far away and too low, it was replaced in 1869 by the Espiguette lighthouse, which is still in operation today.
Did you know?
The Lighthouse House, located on the ground floor of the old lighthouse, houses a lively, fun, and interactive discovery area dedicated to the lighthouse and the world of fishing. Perfect for families.
The climb to the top of the lighthouse is not open to the public.
The tour focuses on three rooms in the house and three themes: the history of the lighthouse, a day of fishing, and portraits of fishermen. Visitors learn about different fishing techniques, the types of fish caught here, life aboard a trawler, and the precarious and difficult life of lighthouse keepers. The tour is punctuated with family quizzes on touch screens. It promises to be a colorful and lively visit for young and old alike.
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Single price €3 per visit.
Free for children under 5.
Tickets on sale at the nearby Tourist Office.
The lighthouse house can be visited on request from Monday to Saturday and on Sundays during school holidays.
Visiting hours:
- 10:30 a.m.
- 11:30 a.m.
- 3:00 p.m.
- 5:00 p.m.
