Phare de la Hève, Le Havre

Name: Phare de la Hève
Address: Le Havre, France

#15 among attractions in Le Havre

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The Hève lighthouse stands on the high chalky cliffs of the northern Seine estuary, on the Cape of Hève, in the commune of Sainte-Adresse. The current building, designed by Henri Colboc, was put into service in 1951; a staircase of 161 steps leads to its lantern. It culminates at 102 meters above sea level. The lighthouse has been registered as a historical monument since November 24, 2010. It can not be visited.

Coordinates: 49°30'45"N, 0°4'9"E

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Phare de la Hève – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: MuMa Le Havre, Maison de l'Armateur, Les Bains des Docks, Stade Océane.

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Museum, Art museum
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2.6 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum
Maison de l'Armateur, Le Havre
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3.2 miSE
Watersports, Spa, Swimming pool
Les Bains des Docks, Le Havre
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4.6 miE
Sport complex, Football, Sport
Stade Océane, Le Havre
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Enduring, centuries-old cathedral
Le Havre Cathedral, Le Havre
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2.1 miSE
Church
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1.2 miSE
Forts and castles, Garden, Park
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Area
Fontaine-la-Mallet, Le Havre
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Ship
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Area
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Museum, History museum, Church
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