OPEN HOUSE AT SAINT-LOUIS LIGHTHOUSE
Tuesday, March 31 to Sunday, May 03, 2026
Every day from 14:00 to 17:00
Last climb at 4:30pm.
The Saint-Louis lighthouse stands at the end of the môle Saint-Louis, the 650-meter-long stone causeway built when the town was founded. Built around 1680 and demolished in 1944 by German mines, it was rebuilt in 1948.
Today, its red light continues to signal the entrance to the channel, and it is now open to the public. Climb the steps of this incredible belvedere and enjoy a 360° view of the commercial port, marina and old town.
> Key figures:
– 2297 stones
– 310 m3 of cut stone
– 126 steps, 33.5m high
– 6.50m diameter at base and 4.55m at top
– 3m inside diameter.
> Reservations on site. Maximum 17 people.
> On-site ticket office (at the foot of the lighthouse) :
Location: Phare Saint -Louis on the Môle Saint-Louis, 34200 SETE
Last admission 30 minutes before closing time.
> Special conditions:
This tour may be cancelled for safety reasons in the event of bad weather (force 6 wind).
Pets are not allowed.
Caution: more than 120 steps to climb.
The Saint-Louis lighthouse has been awarded the :

- Type of event :
- Visit the Tourist Office
- Event theme :
- Heritage
- Reservations required:
- No
Rates
| Rates | Min | Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full price | 3.50€ | ||
| Pass / Package rate | 2.00€ | ||





