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Île du Lion Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇩🇿DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Île du Lion Lighthouse

This square skeletal tower stands 13 meters tall and is painted white with a green upper section. Reaching a focal height of 27 meters, its light emits a single green flash every five seconds, visible for nearly 15 nautical miles. The structure is a square skeletal tower topped by an enclosed section, with an external ladder providing access. Situated on a small island approximately 1.6 kilometers south of Île Srigina, this lighthouse is only accessible by boat. The nearest port is Skikda, located 2.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: Marking the small island south of Île Srigina, its green flash offers a critical navigational reference point for vessels approaching this coastline.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
27m
Geographic Range
14.7NM

Location

Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Skikda
Sea Region
A small island about 1.6 km south of Île Srigina.
Latitude
36.9198°
Longitude
6.8897°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a green top structure

Structure: square skeletal tower topped by an enclosed structure accessed by an external ladder

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skikda(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
E6533
NGA No.
22268
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Île du Lion Lighthouse at night?+
Île du Lion displays the characteristic Fl Green 5s. 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 Île du Lion Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île du Lion Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Skikda (ex Philippeville) at 2.6 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Collo (16 NM WNW), Annaba (ex Bone) (42.3 NM E), Djen-Djen (48.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île du Lion Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Île du Lion 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 Île du Lion Lighthouse?+
Île du Lion 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 Île du Lion Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Île du Lion 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.