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Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse

🇫🇷Paris, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse

Also known as: Irish Lightship Batofar (née Osprey)

The Irish Lightship Batofar, constructed in 1955, is a steel lightship with an octagonal skeletal light tower painted red. The lantern and gallery are situated amidships on the vessel. This operational lightship has a total height of 36.3 meters. It is berthed near Paris, approximately 3.1 kilometers from the nearest port.

Why it matters: This vessel serves as a mobile navigational aid, marking hazards where fixed structures are impractical and ensuring safe passage.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
36.3m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: steel lightship; octagonal skeletal light tower with lantern and gallery amidships

Location

City
Paris
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Ile-de-France
Latitude
48.8334°
Longitude
2.3793°

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Construction & History

Year Built
1955

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paris(3.1 km)
ARLHS No.
FRA-822
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Paris at 2 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Le Perreux-sur-Marne (4.1 NM E), Pantin (4.1 NM NNE), Rungis (5.1 NM SSW), Boulogne-Billancourt (5.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Irish Lightship Batofar 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 Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse?+
Irish Lightship Batofar 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 Irish Lightship Batofar Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Irish Lightship Batofar 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.