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Le Cochon Lighthouse

Fl (3) White/Red/Green 12s🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Le Cochon Lighthouse

Le Cochon lighthouse stands offshore, marking the entrance to Concarneau. The structure consists of a round concrete tower atop a round stone pier. Painted green, the tower rises 11 meters, with its light positioned 5 meters above the water. Its light characteristic is three white flashes every 12 seconds. The light itself can also appear red or green, indicating the vessel's bearing. The geographic range of the light is 8.4 nautical miles. The site is accessible by boat, but the tower is closed to visitors.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Concarneau, a significant port for fishing and leisure in Brittany. Its sector light precisely delineates safe channels and warns of hazards within the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl(3) 12s
Focal Height
5m
Geographic Range
8.4NM

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Entrance to Concarneau, off Le Cabellou
Latitude
47.8579°
Longitude
-3.9257°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Concarneau(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
D0936
NGA No.
0468
ARLHS No.
FRA-583
Wikidata
Q116869770 →

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
11m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
stone, concrete

Structure: round concrete tower on a round stone pier

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Le Cochon Lighthouse at night?+
Le Cochon displays the characteristic Fl (3) White/Red/Green 12s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 12 seconds. 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 white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Le Cochon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Le Cochon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Concarneau at 1 NM to the NNE. Other ports served include Trégunc (3.1 NM E), La Forêt-Fouesnant (4.2 NM NNW), Fouesnant (4.5 NM NW), Port Manec'h (6.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Le Cochon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Le Cochon 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.
How can I track vessels near Le Cochon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Le Cochon 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.