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Le Sécant Lighthouse

Fl (2) Green 6s🇫🇷Cannes, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Le Sécant Lighthouse

Le Sécant is a cylindrical stone tower standing 14 meters tall, painted white with a green gallery rail and lighting apparatus. This 10-meter focal height light emits a single green flash every 6 seconds. It is situated at the eastern entrance to Cannes harbor, marking the end of a submerged reef. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. It is located approximately 1.3 kilometers from the port of Cannes.

Why it matters: This light is essential for marking the submerged reef at the eastern entrance to Cannes harbor, preventing groundings for vessels entering and departing the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl G 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Cannes
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Sea Region
Located at the end of a submerged reef on the east side of the entrance to Cannes harbor.
Latitude
43.5465°
Longitude
7.0163°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower, painted white; gallery rail and lighting apparatus painted green

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Cannes(1.3 km)
Admiralty No.
E0801
NGA No.
7092
ARLHS No.
FRA-271
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Le Sécant Lighthouse at night?+
Le Sécant displays the characteristic Fl (2) Green 6s — 2 green flashes every 6 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Le Sécant Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Le Sécant Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Cannes at 0.1 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include GOLFE JUAN (2.9 NM ENE), Juan-les-Pins (3.8 NM ENE), Antibes (5.4 NM ENE), Saint-Raphaël (13.2 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Le Sécant Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Le Sécant 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 Le Sécant Lighthouse?+
Le Sécant 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 Le Sécant Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Le Sécant 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.