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Cap Collo Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇩🇿DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap Collo Lighthouse

Also known as: Cap Collo (Pointe Djerda)

Built in 1863, this Algerian lighthouse stands on a sharp point at the end of the Djerda peninsula, about 2.5 kilometers northeast of Collo. The structure consists of an 11-meter octagonal tower with a lantern and gallery, attached to the front of a two-story keeper's house. The tower is painted white. It emits a green flash every 5 seconds, with a focal height of 26 meters. This light has a geographic range of 14.5 nautical miles. It has been operational since its construction.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns vessels away from the peninsula's point northeast of Collo. Its octagonal tower attached to the keeper's house creates a distinctive architectural feature along the coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
26m
Geographic Range
14.5NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1863

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Collo(0.9 km)
ARLHS No.
ALG-044

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white

Structure: octagonal tower with lantern and gallery attached to the front of a 2-story keeper's house

Location

Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Skikda
Sea Region
Located on a sharp point at the end of the Djerda peninsula about 2.5 km (1.5 mi) northeast of Collo.
Latitude
37.0152°
Longitude
6.5824°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap Collo Lighthouse at night?+
Cap Collo displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Cap Collo Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap Collo Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Collo at 0.9 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Skikda (ex Philippeville) (18.1 NM ESE), Djen-Djen (35.1 NM WSW), Jijel (ex Djidjelli) (40.4 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap Collo Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap Collo 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 Cap Collo Lighthouse?+
Cap Collo 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 Cap Collo Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap Collo 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.