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L'Adour North Training Wall Lighthouse

Iso Green 4s🇫🇷Tarnos, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About L'Adour North Training Wall Lighthouse

The L'Adour North Training Wall lighthouse was a cylindrical stone tower 7.5 meters tall. It stood on the north bank of the Adour River, close to the north jetty and 0.3 km from the port of Bayonne. The structure was round and made of unpainted stone. It emitted an isophase green light every 4 seconds. This aid to navigation was removed from its location. Its absence was confirmed in 2023.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marked the north training wall, guiding vessels entering and exiting the Adour River.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso G 4s
Light Range
10NM (18.5 km)

Construction & History

Significant events: Removed, Found missing in 2023

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bayonne(0.3 km)
Admiralty No.
D1390.6.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
stone tower
Material
stone

Structure: round unpainted stone tower

Location

City
Tarnos
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Sea Region
North bank of the Adour River, near the base of the north jetty
Latitude
43.5294°
Longitude
-1.5196°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify L'Adour North Training Wall Lighthouse at night?+
L'Adour North Training Wall displays the characteristic Iso 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 L'Adour North Training Wall Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
L'Adour North Training Wall Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is ANGLET at 0.6 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Boucau (1.8 NM ESE), Bayonne (3 NM SE), Biarritz (3.1 NM SSW), Bidart (6.1 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is L'Adour North Training Wall Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, L'Adour North Training Wall 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 North Training Wall Lighthouse?+
L'Adour North Training Wall 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 North Training Wall Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near L'Adour North Training Wall 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.