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Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse

Oc Red 4s🇫🇷Barfleur, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse

This octagonal lighthouse, standing 4 meters tall, is located at the eastern end of Barfleur's main breakwater. Its focal plane is 5 meters above sea level. The structure features an octagonal masonry equipment room topped with a pyramidal roof, from which a short post displays the light. The tower is white with a red roof and post, and the light emits a red signal with a 4-second cycle. While the site is accessible to visitors, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The light's red signal marks the eastern breakwater, guiding vessels into Barfleur harbor and preventing collisions with the jetty, particularly important during nighttime or poor visibility.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc R 4s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

City
Barfleur
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Normandy
Sea Region
At the end of the east jetty, the main breakwater of Barfleur.
Latitude
49.6719°
Longitude
-1.2578°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Barfleur(0.1 km)
ARLHS No.
FRA-690

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
4m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
White with a red roof and post

Structure: octagonal masonry equipment room; the light is displayed from a short post at the peak of the pyramidal roof

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse at night?+
Barfleur Jetée de l'Est displays the characteristic Oc Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is BARFLEUR at 0.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Gatteville-le-Phare (1.2 NM NW), ST VAAST LA HOUGUE (5.1 NM S), Fermanville (7.5 NM W), Tourlaville (12.2 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Barfleur Jetée de l'Est 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 Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse?+
Barfleur Jetée de l'Est 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 Barfleur Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Barfleur Jetée de l'Est 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.