Gatteville Lighthouse (Phare de Gatteville), Normandy, France
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Gatteville Lighthouse (Phare de Gatteville), Normandy, France
Ralf Berkus
Ralf Berkus www.fotocamper.net
Gatteville Lighthouse (Phare de Gatteville), Normandy, France
Ralf Berkus
Ralf Berkus www.fotocamper.net
Gatteville Lighthouse (Phare de Gatteville), Normandy, France
Jens
Jens www.mueslipics.de
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France Gatteville Lighthouse (Phare de Gatteville), Normandy

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The lighthouse at Gatteville (fr: Phare de Gatteville) is a beautiful active lighthouse in the Normandy region on the northern coast of France. Especially the stone formations nearby offer a great foreground for photos of the lighthouse during sunrise or sunset.

Gatteville Lighthouse was opened in April 1835 and has a height of 75 m, making it one of the world's highest traditional lighthouses.

Photography Tips

A polarizer can help to get more details below the water's surface. A tripod and ND filters are also always handy for such a spot. As usual, the tide level and weather forecast may impact the final image, so don't forget to check them.

Travel Information

There are a few parking opportunities close by depending on the time when you go to this place. Usually outside the touristic hours is best and since this photo spot is highly interesting for sunrise photography, getting a place to park shouldn't be an issue.
Spot Type Outdoor
Crowd Factor Just a few people
Best Timing All timings are equally good
Sunrise & Sunset 08:58 - 17:09 | current local time: 09:22
Photo Themes coast lighthouse Ocean Rock Formations

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Thank you Pieter Ingelaere for creating this photo spot in France and Yves L., Ralf Berkus, Jens, Manuel Becker for improving it with additional photos or content.
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