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Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇫🇷Hyères, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse

This octagonal concrete tower stands at the eastern end of Port St.-Pierre's main breakwater. Painted white with a narrow green band near its summit, the structure rises 7 meters high. Its light, positioned 9 meters above sea level, emits a single green flash every 4 seconds. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The lighthouse clearly marks the main eastern breakwater of Port St.-Pierre, guiding vessels entering and exiting the harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Hyères
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Sea Region
east (main) breakwater of Port St.-Pierre
Latitude
43.0781°
Longitude
6.1587°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Toulon(10.6 km)
Admiralty No.
E0754
NGA No.
6920

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a narrow green band at the top
Material
concrete

Structure: octagonal pyramidal concrete tower, painted white with a narrow green band at the top

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse at night?+
Hyères Jetée de l'Est displays the characteristic Fl Green 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Hyères at 3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include PORT AUGUIER (3.1 NM S), LES SALETTES (3.6 NM W), La Moutonne (4.7 NM WNW), Porquerolles (4.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Hyères Jetée 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 Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse?+
Hyères Jetée de l'Est 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 Hyères Jetée de l'Est Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Hyères Jetée 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.