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Île Srigina Lighthouse

Fl Red 5s🇩🇿DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Île Srigina Lighthouse

The Île Srigina lighthouse is a 12-meter metal tower built in 1906, situated on a steep-sided island about 4 kilometers north of Stora. Its structure comprises a square cylindrical tower with a lantern and gallery, rising from a two-story keeper's house. This light emits a red flash every 5 seconds from a focal height of 54 meters, visible for over 19 nautical miles. The lighthouse guides vessels navigating the western entrance to the Golfe de Stora. The island and tower are closed to the public, maintaining its remote character and operational integrity.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is indispensable for maritime traffic navigating the western approach to the Golfe de Stora, offering a critical navigational aid for ships and fishing boats. Its unique design, with the tower emerging from a keeper's house, gives it a distinctive architectural character.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Red 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl R 5s
Focal Height
54m
Geographic Range
19.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Skikda(3.7 km)
Admiralty No.
E6534
NGA No.
22272
ARLHS No.
ALG-023

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: square cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery, rising from a 2-story keeper's house

Location

Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Sea Region
Western entrance to the Golfe de Stora, on a steep-sided island about 4 km north of Stora.
Latitude
36.9376°
Longitude
6.8862°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Île Srigina Lighthouse at night?+
Île Srigina displays the characteristic Fl Red 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Île Srigina Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Île Srigina Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Skikda (ex Philippeville) at 3.6 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Collo (15.6 NM WNW), Annaba (ex Bone) (42.5 NM E), Djen-Djen (48.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Île Srigina Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Île Srigina 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 Srigina Lighthouse?+
Île Srigina 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 Srigina Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Île Srigina 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.