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La Parquette Lighthouse

Fl Green 4s🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About La Parquette Lighthouse

La Parquette lighthouse, constructed of stone and first lit in 1880, stands as an octagonal tower 25 meters in height. Originally, its lantern was painted in a distinctive black and white spiral pattern, a unique feature for French lighthouses. The tower is now painted white. Its focal plane is 17 meters above the water, and it emits a green flash every 4 seconds, with a geographic range of 12.4 nautical miles. The lantern itself has been removed from the structure. This offshore light is situated about 7 kilometers south southeast of Pointe St.-Mathieu and west of Pointe du Toulinguet.

Why it matters: The former unique black and white spiral paint scheme distinguished La Parquette from other French lighthouses. It aids mariners navigating the coastal area between Pointe St.-Mathieu and Pointe du Toulinguet.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl G 4s
Focal Height
17m
Geographic Range
12.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1880

Significant events: Lantern removed

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Camaret-sur-Mer(6.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D0820
NGA No.
0136
ARLHS No.
FRA-383

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
25m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: octagonal stone tower, formerly painted in a black and white spiral pattern (unusual for France)

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Located about 7 km south southeast of Pointe St.-Mathieu and a similar distance west of the Pointe du Toulinguet.
Latitude
48.2650°
Longitude
-4.7449°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify La Parquette Lighthouse at night?+
La Parquette 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 Parquette Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
La Parquette Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PLOUGONVELIN at 4.8 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include LE CONQUET (5.9 NM NNW), Le Conquet (6.2 NM N), Le Conquet (6.2 NM N), Camaret-sur-Mer (6.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is La Parquette Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, La Parquette 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 Parquette Lighthouse?+
La Parquette 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 La Parquette Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near La Parquette 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.