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Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse

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Location & Light Range

About Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse

This cylindrical, white lighthouse stands on the southwestern shore of Lake Bizerte, rising directly from the port captain's office. The tower measures 20 meters in height, with its light situated 21 meters above the water. It formerly emitted a single white flash to aid navigation across the lake. The structure is located approximately 11.8 kilometers from the nearest port at Bizerte. Although the site is open to the public, the tower itself has been closed since 2011 when the light was extinguished.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was significant for guiding maritime traffic within Lake Bizerte, helping vessels navigate safely to and from the port of Menzel Bourguiba.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
21m
Geographic Range
13.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Inactive since 2011

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round tower, rising from the port captain's office

Location

Country
🇹🇳Tunisia
Region
Bizerte
Sea Region
Lake Bizerte, southwestern shore
Latitude
37.3547°
Longitude
10.1233°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Bizerte(11.8 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse at night?+
Menzel Bourguiba displays the characteristic F 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 Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bizerte at 13.8 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Menzel Bourguiba (19 NM SW), Al Marsá (30 NM SSE), Ariana (30.4 NM S), Radès (33.8 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Menzel Bourguiba 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 Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse?+
Menzel Bourguiba 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 Menzel Bourguiba Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Menzel Bourguiba 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.