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Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse

Fl (2) R 10s🇹🇳Tunisia, TNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse

This lighthouse marks the north end of the Bizerte Outer Breakwater. The structure is a red tower standing 10 meters tall, with its focal height also at 10 meters. It presents as a white column built on piles, distinguished by a green, point-up triangle daymark. The light emitted is red.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) R 10s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
10s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
2NM

Location

City
Tunisia
Country
🇹🇳TN
Latitude
37.2804°
Longitude
9.8930°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Color
red

Structure: White column on piles, green triangle, point up daymark

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6422
NGA No.
22076
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse at night?+
Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End displays the characteristic Fl (2) R 10s — 2 red flashes every 10 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bizerte at 2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Menzel Bourguiba (8.2 NM SSW), Ariana (29.3 NM SSE), Al Marsá (31.8 NM SE), Tunis (33.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End 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 Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse?+
Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End 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.