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Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses Lighthouse

Q Green🇫🇷Talmont-Saint-Hilaire, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses Lighthouse

A 5-meter tall octagonal structure with a red tile roof houses the light at Port-Bourgenay. Painted white, the single-story equipment room supports a short post light centered on its roof. This light emits a quick-flashing green signal, providing a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated on the quay at the small boat harbor of Bourgenay-Querry-Pigeon, about 10 km east southeast of Les Sables-d'Olonne. It is located within the municipality of Talmont-Saint-Hilaire.

Why it matters: This light is essential for recreational and fishing vessels navigating the entrance to Port-Bourgenay, helping to prevent groundings and collisions within the busy harbor.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Green
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
Q G
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Talmont-Saint-Hilaire
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Pays de la Loire
Sea Region
Located on the quay at Port-Bourgenay, the small boat harbor of Bourgenay-Querry-Pigeon, approximately 10 km east southeast of Sables-d'Olonne.
Latitude
46.4390°
Longitude
-1.6763°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
octagonal
Tower Color
white with a red tile roof

Structure: A 5m 1-story octagonal equipment room, painted white with a red tile roof, features a short post light centered on its roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Les Sables-d'Olonne(5.9 km)
Admiralty No.
D1211
NGA No.
1222
ARLHS No.
FRA-548
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses displays the characteristic Q Green. 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 Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Les Sables-d'Olonne at 6 NM to the NW. Other ports served include L'Île-d'Olonne (8.9 NM NNW), CHENAL DE LA FABRIQU (15.1 NM SSE), Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (18.1 NM NW), La Couarde-sur-Mer (18.4 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses 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 Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Les Sables-d'Olonne Lighthouses 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.