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Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse

Oc Red 4s🇩🇿Ghazaouet, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse

This lighthouse stands at the extremity of Ghazaouet's northern breakwater. The structure consists of a 15-meter red post situated atop a white cylindrical concrete equipment room. Its focal plane is 17 meters above the water, and it emits a red light with a single four-second occultation. The lighthouse is constructed from concrete, and its geographic range extends to 12.4 nautical miles. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This navigational aid is essential for vessels entering and departing the port of Ghazaouet, marking the northern boundary of the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc Red 4s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc R 4s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Location

City
Ghazaouet
Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Tlemcen
Sea Region
End of the breakwater at Ghazaouet
Latitude
35.1055°
Longitude
-1.8678°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Ghazaouet(0.2 km)
ARLHS No.
ALG-037

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Base white, post red
Material
concrete

Structure: A 15m post mounted on a round cylindrical concrete equipment room. The base is painted white, and the post is red.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse at night?+
Ghazaouet Jetée Nord displays the characteristic Oc Red 4s. 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 Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Ghazaouet at 0.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include SAIDIA (21 NM W), Ras El Ma (26.1 NM W), Benisaf (26.3 NM ENE), Tlemcen (31.4 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ghazaouet Jetée Nord 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 Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse?+
Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ghazaouet Jetée Nord Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ghazaouet Jetée Nord 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.