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Basse de Kervoyal Lighthouse

Q White/Red🇫🇷Damgan, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Basse de Kervoyal Lighthouse

This stone tower, standing 12 meters tall, is located about 600 meters off the Pointe de Kervoyal in Brittany. Painted black with a yellow band near the top, the cylindrical structure has a focal height of 7 meters. Its light emits quick flashes of white or red. The lighthouse marks the northern side of the entrance to the Vilaine estuary. The site is accessible to the public by boat, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels entering and exiting the Vilaine estuary, providing directional information on the estuary's north side.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White/Red
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White/Red
Raw Code
Q W or R
Focal Height
7m
Geographic Range
9.3NM

Location

City
Damgan
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
Located about 600 m off the Pointe de Kervoyal, marking the north side of the entrance to the Vilaine estuary.
Latitude
47.5116°
Longitude
-2.5533°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Piriac-sur-Mer(7.7 km)
ARLHS No.
FRA-733

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
black with a yellow band at the top
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower, painted black with a yellow band at the top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Basse de Kervoyal Lighthouse at night?+
Basse de Kervoyal displays the characteristic Q White/Red. 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/red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Basse de Kervoyal Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Basse de Kervoyal Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Damgan at 1.3 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include ARZAL CAMOEL (7.1 NM E), PIRIAC-SUR-MER (7.7 NM S), La Turballe (10 NM S), Séné (10.2 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Basse de Kervoyal Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Basse de Kervoyal 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 Basse de Kervoyal Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Basse de Kervoyal 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.