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La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇫🇷La Grande-Motte, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse

This green light marks the eastern breakwater at La Grande Motte, France. The structure is a 6-meter cylindrical tower with white and green trim, rising from a triangular, single-story equipment shelter. Its focal height is 8 meters, and it emits a green flash every four seconds. This active light has a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, allowing close access to the tower, though the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for delineating the eastern breakwater and guiding vessels safely into and out of La Grande Motte's harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
La Grande-Motte
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Occitania
Sea Region
east breakwater at La Grande Motte
Latitude
43.5533°
Longitude
4.0812°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La grande motte(0.1 km)
Admiralty No.
E0580.2.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with green trim

Structure: round tower rising from a triangular 1-story equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse at night?+
La Grande Motte Jetée 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 La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La grande motte at 0.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include La Grande-Motte (0.2 NM N), Le Grau-du-Roi (2.7 NM ESE), Mauguio (4.7 NM NW), CARNON PLAGE (4.7 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, La Grande Motte Jetée 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 La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse?+
La Grande Motte Jetée 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 La Grande Motte Jetée Est Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near La Grande Motte Jetée 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.