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L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

F Green 3s🇫🇷Anglet, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

This 9-meter metal structure stands on the south bank of the L'Adour river, 150 meters east-southeast of the front range light. It features a white square cupola topped with an orange tile roof. The light emits a green flash and is mounted externally to the port captain's office. This rear range light is visible from the Avenue de l'Adour and is located near the port of Bayonne. It is operational and has a focal height of 10 meters.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for establishing a precise navigational line, guiding vessels along the L'Adour river, and is a distinctive architectural feature integrated with the port captain's office.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Green 3s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Green
Interval
3s
Raw Code
F G
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Anglet
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Sea Region
Located on the south bank of L'Adour, 150 m east southeast of the front light, visible from the Avenue de l'Adour.
Latitude
43.5258°
Longitude
-1.5137°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with an orange tile roof
Material
metal

Structure: A 9m light mounted on the outside of a square cupola, painted white with an orange tile roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bayonne(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D1388.1
NGA No.
1624
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse at night?+
L'Adour Feu Postérieur displays the characteristic F Green 3s. 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 L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is ANGLET at 0.3 NM to the E. Other ports served include Boucau (1.4 NM ESE), Bayonne (2.6 NM SE), Biarritz (3 NM SSW), Bidart (6 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, L'Adour Feu Postérieur 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 L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse?+
L'Adour Feu Postérieur 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 L'Adour Feu Postérieur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near L'Adour Feu Postérieur 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.