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Béjaïa Lighthouse

Occ W 4s🇩🇿Algeria, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Béjaïa Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical lighthouse stands 16 meters tall, with its focal plane at the same elevation. The structure incorporates a green beacon and a green triangle, point up, as its daymark. A radar reflector is also fitted to the tower. Its light displays a single white occulting flash.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Algeria
Country
🇩🇿DZ
Latitude
36.7526°
Longitude
5.1016°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: Green beacon, green triangle, point up daymark; 26. Radar reflector

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6566
NGA No.
22324
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Béjaïa Lighthouse at night?+
Béjaïa displays the characteristic Occ W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Béjaïa Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Béjaïa Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Bejaia (ex Bougie) at 0.6 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Kherrata (18 NM SSE), Jijel (ex Djidjelli) (32.7 NM E), Djen-Djen (38.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Béjaïa Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Béjaïa 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 Béjaïa Lighthouse?+
Béjaïa 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 Béjaïa Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Béjaïa 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.