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Brest Digue Est Lighthouse

Q Green🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Brest Digue Est Lighthouse

Also known as: #Brest Digue Est

Established in 1905, the Brest Digue Est was a cylindrical cast iron lighthouse standing 7 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters. Its white tower featured a green top and emitted a green quick flashing light. Located at the southern end of the east breakwater, it marked the entrance to Brest's main harbor, a position approximately 0.4 kilometers from the nearest port. The structure was demolished in late 2008 or early 2009. Its geographic range was 10.4 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse was indispensable for maritime traffic, guiding ships safely into the main harbor of Brest.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Green
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
Q G
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1905

Significant events: Demolished

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Brest(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D0798
NGA No.
0176
ARLHS No.
FRA-205

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a green lantern
Material
cast iron

Structure: white tower with a green top

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Southern end of the east breakwater at Brest, marking the entrance to the main harbor.
Latitude
48.3693°
Longitude
-4.4872°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Brest Digue Est Lighthouse at night?+
Brest Digue Est displays the characteristic Q Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Brest Digue Est Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brest Digue Est Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brest at 0.4 NM to the N. Other ports served include Le Fret (5.3 NM SSW), Camaret-sur-Mer (6.6 NM SW), Logonna-Daoulas (8.1 NM ESE), MOULIN MER (8.7 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brest Digue Est Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brest Digue 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 Brest Digue Est Lighthouse?+
Brest Digue 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 Brest Digue Est Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brest Digue 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.