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L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Green 12s🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse

A 7-meter cylindrical green mast constructed of fiberglass stands at the entrance to the small boat harbor at Pointe de l'Herbaudière. It is centered on a white hexagonal equipment shelter and features a lantern. The light emits three white or green flashes every 12 seconds. This structure has a geographic range of 10 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This light is essential for fishing vessels and pleasure craft entering and departing the small boat harbor at L'Herbaudière, delineating the channel and preventing groundings on surrounding shallow waters.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) W G 12s
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Located on the breakwater at the entrance of the small boat harbor at the Pointe de l'Herbaudière.
Latitude
47.0273°
Longitude
-2.2976°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pornic(9.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D1166
NGA No.
1096

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
Green mast with white hexagonal equipment shelter
Material
fiberglass

Structure: A 7m cylindrical green mast with a lantern, centered on a white hexagonal equipment shelter.

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse at night?+
L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Green 12s — 3 white/green flashes every 12 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 white/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is L'HERBAUDIERE at 0.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include PORT DE MORIN (2.6 NM S), Le Bonhomme (4.5 NM SE), Préfailles (6.9 NM NNE), Gravette (8.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest 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 L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near L'Herbaudière Jetée de l'Ouest 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.