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Men-Joliguet Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Men-Joliguet Lighthouse

Constructed in 1884, the Men-Joliguet lighthouse stands on a rock near the south side of an island, guiding vessels through the Chenal de Ferlas. The cylindrical stone tower, 8 meters high, is painted yellow with a black horizontal band. Its light emits two white, red, or green flashes every six seconds from a focal height of 10 meters. The lighthouse has a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles. The site is open to the public, but the tower is closed.

Why it matters: Men-Joliguet is essential for safe passage through the Chenal de Ferlas, a busy maritime corridor where its directional flashes guide vessels away from unseen dangers.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WRG 6s
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1884

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
yellow with a black horizontal band
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower painted yellow with a black horizontal band

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Guides vessels in the Chenal de Ferlas, located on a rock just off the south side of the island.
Latitude
48.8353°
Longitude
-3.0034°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paimpol(3.5 km)
Admiralty No.
A1744
NGA No.
7868
ARLHS No.
FRA-354
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Men-Joliguet Lighthouse at night?+
Men-Joliguet displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red/Green 6s — 2 white/red/green flashes every 6 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Men-Joliguet Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Men-Joliguet Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Paimpol at 3.7 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Lanmodez (3.9 NM WNW), Lézardrieux (4.7 NM SW), Plouézec (5.2 NM S), Plougrescant (9.1 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Men-Joliguet Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Men-Joliguet 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 Men-Joliguet Lighthouse?+
Men-Joliguet Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Men-Joliguet Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Men-Joliguet 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.