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Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear Lighthouse

Iso G 2s🇨🇦Southern Québec, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear Lighthouse

This square skeleton tower stands 19 meters tall and is constructed from concrete. Painted white, the structure is visible from all directions. Its green light operates at night only, displaying an isophase green light on a 2-second cycle. The tower offers a focal height of 19 meters.

Why it matters: This light has a geographic range of 14 nautical miles.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso G 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso.G. period 2s
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
14NM

Location

City
Southern Québec
Country
🇨🇦CA
Latitude
45.8712°
Longitude
-73.2316°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: Square skeleton tower, 49 Visible 360°. Operates at night only

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
H2472.1
NGA No.
5312
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear displays the characteristic Iso G 2s — 1 green flash every 2 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Contrecoeur at 1.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Verchères (8 NM SW), Sainte-Victoire-de-Sorel (8.2 NM NNE), Saint-Charles-sur-Richelieu (11.5 NM S), Sorel (11.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear 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 Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Contrecoeur-Verchères Range Rear 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.