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Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest Lighthouse

🇫🇷Marseillan, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest Lighthouse

A white, cylindrical tower with red trim stands 6 meters tall and has a focal height of 10 meters. The structure rises from a triangular, single-story equipment shelter. This lighthouse is located on the south side of the entrance to Marseillan's harbor, where the Étang de Thau meets the port. It has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marked the southern approach to Marseillan's harbor from the Étang de Thau, ensuring safe passage for vessels navigating the shallow entrance.

Light & Optic

Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Marseillan
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Occitania
Sea Region
south side of the entrance to the harbor of Marseillan from the Étang de Thau
Latitude
43.3400°
Longitude
3.5398°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Sete(9.5 km)
Admiralty No.
E0568.
ARLHS No.
FRA-376

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red trim

Structure: round tower rising from a triangular 1-story equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Marseillan at 0.8 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Le Cap-d'Agde (4 NM SSW), LE GRAU D'AGDE (5.2 NM SW), Bessan (5.6 NM WNW), MEZE (5.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Marseillan Jetée Sud-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.
What shipping routes pass near Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest Lighthouse?+
Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest 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 Marseillan Jetée Sud-Ouest Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Marseillan Jetée Sud-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.