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Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse

F Red🇲🇦Larache العرائش, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse

This red light structure, standing 19 meters tall with a focal height of 29 meters, is identified as a church tower, presumed to be a minaret. It served as the rear marker for the Larache Inner Bar Range, operating with a single red flash. The light had a geographic range of 15.1 nautical miles. It was situated 0.2 kilometers from the port of Larache. The structure's operational period concluded in 2018, at which point it became inactive.

Why it matters: The light aided vessels in navigating the inner bar of Larache, helping them align with the front range light to safely enter the harbor. Its integration into a minaret represents a unique architectural combination of a navigational aid and local urban landscape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F Red
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
Red
Raw Code
F R
Focal Height
29m
Geographic Range
15.1NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2018

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Larache(0.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D2526.1
NGA No.
22932
ARLHS No.
MOR-043

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m

Structure: church tower, presumably a minaret

Location

City
Larache العرائش
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
Tangier-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
Sea Region
Larache, Morocco, marking the inner bar range
Latitude
35.1990°
Longitude
-6.1502°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Larache Inner Bar Range Rear displays the characteristic F Red. 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Larache at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Asilah (17.2 NM NNE), Souq Larb'A Al Gharb (33.2 NM SSE), Tangier (39.3 NM NNE), Tétouan (43.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Larache Inner Bar Range Rear 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 Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse?+
Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Gibraltar — the gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Larache Inner Bar Range Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Larache Inner Bar Range Rear 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.