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Les Islattes Lighthouse

Q White🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Les Islattes Lighthouse

This cylindrical stone lighthouse stands 13 meters tall and emits a quick white flash. Its lower half is painted yellow, while the upper half is black. It is situated in the Pertuis Breton, about 5 kilometers northwest of St. Martin-de-Ré, France. The geographic range of its light is 11.3 nautical miles. The lighthouse property is accessible by boat, but the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse assists navigation within the Pertuis Breton, helping vessels avoid hazards in the busy sound northwest of St. Martin-de-Ré.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Pertuis Breton (Breton Sound), about 5 km northwest of St. Martin-de-Ré
Latitude
46.2339°
Longitude
-1.3888°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
La Pallice(8.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D1224
NGA No.
1286
ARLHS No.
FRA-489

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
13m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow and upper half black
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower, lower half painted yellow and upper half black

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Les Islattes Lighthouse at night?+
Les Islattes displays the characteristic Q White. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Les Islattes Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Les Islattes Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is La Couarde-sur-Mer at 2.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Saint-Martin-de-Ré (2.2 NM SSE), LA FLOTTE EN RE (3.9 NM SE), CHENAL DE LA FABRIQU (5.1 NM WSW), la Pallice (8.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Les Islattes Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Les Islattes 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 Les Islattes Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Les Islattes 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.