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Anse À La Barque Lighthouse

Fl (2) WRG 6s🇬🇵Guadeloupe, GPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Anse À La Barque Lighthouse

The Anse À La Barque lighthouse is a 23-meter-tall cylindrical structure built of concrete. Its white tower houses a light that emits three white flashes every 12 seconds. The focal plane of this light is 11 meters above sea level. This navigational aid is located in Guadeloupe.

Why it matters: The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 9 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) WRG 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
WRG
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl.(3)W. period 12s
Focal Height
11m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Guadeloupe
Country
🇬🇵GP
Latitude
16.0945°
Longitude
-61.7728°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: White tower; 23

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5710
NGA No.
14896
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Anse À La Barque Lighthouse at night?+
Anse À La Barque displays the characteristic Fl (2) WRG 6s — 2 wrg flashes every 6 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The wrg color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Anse À La Barque Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Anse À La Barque Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bouillante at 2.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Baillif (4.3 NM SSE), Basse-Terre (6.3 NM SSE), TROIS RIVIERES (10.5 NM SE), Petit-Bourg (12.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Anse À La Barque Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Anse À La Barque Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Anse À La Barque Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Anse À La Barque Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.