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El Hank Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 15s🇲🇦Casablanca, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About El Hank Lighthouse

Also known as: El Hank (Casablanca, Dar-el-Beida)

El Hank Lighthouse, a cylindrical masonry tower standing 49 meters tall, was built in 1920 and first lit the same year. Located on a headland at the western edge of Casablanca, Morocco, it serves as the landfall light for the city. The tower features a lantern and gallery and emits a white light with one flash every 15 seconds. It has a geographic range of 20.8 nautical miles. In 2005, the lighthouse was temporarily decorated with elaborate designs, but it was returned to its all-white appearance by March 2006. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: As Morocco's tallest traditional lighthouse and the primary landfall light for Casablanca, El Hank guides ships into the country's largest port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
65m
Geographic Range
20.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1920

Significant events: Temporary elaborate designs applied (2005), returned to all white (2006)

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
49m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Structure: round masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Casablanca
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
Casablanca-Settat
Sea Region
Located on a headland at the western edge of Casablanca, Morocco, serving as the landfall light for the city.
Latitude
33.6100°
Longitude
-7.6547°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Casablanca(3.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D2574
NGA No.
23132
ARLHS No.
MOR-006
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify El Hank Lighthouse at night?+
El Hank displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 15s — 3 white flashes every 15 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 El Hank Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
El Hank Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Casablanca at 2.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Roches Noires (4.4 NM E), Mohammedia (15.8 NM ENE), SKHIRAT (34.1 NM ENE), El Jadida (47.3 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is El Hank Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, El Hank 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 El Hank Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near El Hank 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.