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Cap de la Madeleine Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 27s🇨🇦Sainte-Madeleine-de-la-Rivière-Madeleine, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Cap de la Madeleine Lighthouse

The Cap de la Madeleine lighthouse is a 11-meter tall cylindrical cast iron tower built in 1907. Its white exterior is accented with red trim. The light emits three white flashes every 27 seconds from a focal height of 44.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 17.8 nautical miles. The original keeper's house was replaced by two modern residences in 1956, and the active light lens was updated around the year 2000. The tower is attached to a small workroom and the site is open to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse serves as a navigational aid near Rivière-la-Madeleine and is also a significant tourist attraction, featuring a museum and restaurant.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 27s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
27s
Raw Code
Fl(3) W 27s
Focal Height
44.5m
Geographic Range
17.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1907

Significant events: Original keeper's house replaced by two modern houses in 1956, Active light lens replaced about 2000

Visiting

Open to public
Yes

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
cast iron

Structure: round cylindrical cast iron tower attached to a small workroom

Location

City
Sainte-Madeleine-de-la-Rivière-Madeleine
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Located at the end of Route du Phare off QC 132 in Rivière-la-Madeleine
Latitude
49.2506°
Longitude
-65.3255°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Mont-Louis(15.9 km)
Admiralty No.
H1828
NGA No.
6868
ARLHS No.
CAN-081
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Cap de la Madeleine Lighthouse at night?+
Cap de la Madeleine displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 27s — 3 white flashes every 27 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Cap de la Madeleine Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Cap de la Madeleine Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Mont-Louis at 16.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Gaspé (41.6 NM SE), Sandy Beach (44.3 NM SE), Sainte-Anne-des-Monts (46.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Cap de la Madeleine Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Cap de la Madeleine 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.
How can I track vessels near Cap de la Madeleine Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Cap de la Madeleine 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.