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Cap de Garde Lighthouse

Fl White 5s🇩🇿Annaba, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap de Garde Lighthouse

The Cap de Garde lighthouse, built in 1884, is situated on a headland approximately 9 kilometers north of Annaba. The edifice is a 14-meter-high cylindrical stone tower with a square base, featuring a lantern and gallery, and is connected to a two-story stone dwelling. The light station began operations in 1841. Its light characteristic is a white flash every five seconds (Fl W 5s). With a focal height of 143 meters, the light's visibility extends to 29 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as the main landfall light for vessels nearing Annaba, assisting them in safely navigating around the Cap de Garde headland. Its current stone structure was erected in 1884.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl W 5s
Focal Height
143m
Geographic Range
29NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1884

Significant events: Station established 1841, Lighthouse built 1884

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Annaba (ex Bone)(4.0 km)
ARLHS No.
ALG-012

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, attached to a 2-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Annaba
Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Annaba
Sea Region
Landfall light for Annaba, located atop a very prominent headland about 9 km north of Annaba.
Latitude
36.9673°
Longitude
7.7832°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap de Garde Lighthouse at night?+
Cap de Garde displays the characteristic Fl White 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cap de Garde Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap de Garde Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Annaba (ex Bone) at 4 NM to the S. Other ports served include EL KALA (31.8 NM E), Skikda (ex Philippeville) (41.5 NM W), TABARKA (46.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap de Garde Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap de Garde 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 de Garde Lighthouse?+
Cap de Garde 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 de Garde Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap de Garde 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.