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Château d'Oléron Lighthouse

Q Red 5s🇫🇷Le Château-d'Oléron, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Château d'Oléron Lighthouse

Also known as: Château d'Oléron (feu postérieur)

Built in 1862, this masonry lighthouse is a cylindrical, white tower standing 18 meters tall, topped with a red lantern and gallery. It is situated at the eastern point of Île d'Oléron, adjacent to the Château d'Oléron fortress. The light emits a quick-flashing red signal. Its focal height reaches 24 meters, providing a geographic range of 14.1 nautical miles. The lighthouse is located at the end of Allée du Phare in Le Château-d'Oléron.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the eastern approaches to Île d'Oléron, guiding vessels near the Château d'Oléron fortress and the mainland bridge.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Red 5s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Q R
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
14.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1862

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rochefort(10.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D1278.1
NGA No.
1436
ARLHS No.
FRA-647

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red lantern and gallery
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Le Château-d'Oléron
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Sea Region
Located at the eastern point of Île d'Oléron, adjacent to the Château d'Oléron fortress, about 2.5 km north of the bridge from the mainland, at the end of the Allée du Phare in Château d'Oléron.
Latitude
45.8856°
Longitude
-1.1930°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Château d'Oléron Lighthouse at night?+
Château d'Oléron displays the characteristic Q Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Château d'Oléron Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Château d'Oléron Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bourcefranc-le-Chapus at 2.8 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Saint-Trojan-les-Bains (3.2 NM S), PORT DES SEINES (5.3 NM SE), Hiers-Brouage (5.7 NM ESE), LA COTINIERE (5.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Château d'Oléron Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Château d'Oléron 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 Château d'Oléron Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Château d'Oléron 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.