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Fort de l'Est Lighthouse

White/Green🇫🇷Cherbourg-en-Cotentin, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Fort de l'Est Lighthouse

This lighthouse features a white tower topped with a green section. Its light operates at a focal height of 19 meters and has a geographic range of 12.9 nautical miles. The light itself is white and green. It is located 1.6 kilometers from Cherbourg. The structure remains an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: As an active lighthouse in France, Fort de l'Est continues to guide mariners, contributing to safe passage along the French coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
White/Green
Light Color
White/Green
Focal Height
19m
Geographic Range
12.9NM

Location

City
Cherbourg-en-Cotentin
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Normandy
Sea Region
Coastal France
Latitude
49.6701°
Longitude
-1.5839°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Color
white and upper portion green

Structure: Fort de l'Est (2?) lighthouse is located in France and remains an active aid to navigation. Its light, positioned at a focal plane of 19 meters, displays a distinctive white body with an upper green portion. Details regarding its construction history, specific purpose, or any notable events over the years are not available, nor is information about public access.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cherbourg(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
A1476
NGA No.
8340
ARLHS No.
FRA-240
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Fort de l'Est Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Fort de l'Est Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cherbourg-en-Cotentin at 2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Tourlaville (2.3 NM SSE), Querqueville (3.7 NM W), Fermanville (5.3 NM E), La Hague (9.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Fort de l'Est Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Fort de l'Est 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 Fort de l'Est Lighthouse?+
Fort de l'Est Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Fort de l'Est Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Fort de l'Est 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.