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Brest Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse

🇫🇷Brest, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Brest Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse

Also known as: #Brest Jetée de l'Ouest

This white, cylindrical cast iron tower with a red top stood 9 meters tall, with its light positioned 10 meters above the water. First lit in 1868, it marked the western edge of Brest's commercial harbor, situated at the end of the quay. Its geographic range extended to 10.4 nautical miles, aiding vessels entering and exiting the busy waterways. The structure featured a lantern and gallery, and served for over a century before its demolition in 2008. A new light has since been established at the site.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was important for the safe navigation of commercial vessels entering and exiting the port of Brest, providing guidance at the western quay end.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1868

Significant events: Demolished in 2008

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Brest(0.4 km)
ARLHS No.
FRA-207

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a red top
Material
iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Brest
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
commercial harbor of Brest, at the end of the quay at the west end
Latitude
48.3783°
Longitude
-4.4848°

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Brest Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Brest Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Brest at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Le Fret (5.8 NM SSW), Camaret-sur-Mer (7.1 NM SW), Logonna-Daoulas (8.3 NM ESE), MOULIN MER (8.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Brest Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Brest Jetée de l'Ouest 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 Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse?+
Brest Jetée de l'Ouest 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 Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Brest Jetée de l'Ouest 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.