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Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

Oc White 4s🇫🇷Saint-Jouin-Bruneval, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

Antifer Feu Postérieur is a 13-meter concrete post featuring a large round lantern room on one side. Its white and green exterior distinguishes it from other structures. The light emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for over 27 nautical miles. Situated inland about 6 kilometers southwest of the Cap d'Antifer lighthouse, it stands at a focal height of 124 meters. The post is located near Saint-Jouin-Bruneval and the port of Antifer, which is 1.4 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This rear range light works with a front light to provide precise directional guidance for mariners navigating coastal channels or approaching the port of Antifer.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc White 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc W 4s
Focal Height
124m
Geographic Range
27.3NM

Location

City
Saint-Jouin-Bruneval
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Normandy
Sea Region
Located at a right-angled bend of the Rue des Tulipes, about 6 km southwest of the Cap d'Antifer lighthouse in France.
Latitude
49.6363°
Longitude
0.1570°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Color
white and green
Material
concrete

Structure: A 13m concrete post with a large round lantern room on one side.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Antifer(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
A1250.21
NGA No.
8727.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse at night?+
Antifer Feu Postérieur displays the characteristic Oc White 4s. 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Antifer at 1.4 NM to the NW. Other ports served include ANTIFER (1.6 NM NW), Etretat (4.2 NM NNE), Harfleur (8.4 NM SSE), Yport (8.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Antifer Feu Postérieur 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.
What shipping routes pass near Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse?+
Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Antifer Feu Postérieur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Antifer Feu Postérieur 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.