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Oued Laou Lighthouse

Occ (2) W 6s🇲🇦Morocco (Mediterranean Coast), MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Oued Laou Lighthouse

This white, round tower was built and first lit in 1986. Its focal height is 150 meters, and it emits a white light. The light pattern consists of two white flashes every 6 seconds, with a geographic range of 18 nautical miles. An emergency light is also present, showing an occulting white light every 3 seconds with a range of 8 meters. The lighthouse stands atop a sharp promontory.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ (2) W 6s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc.(2)W. period 6s
Focal Height
150m
Geographic Range
18NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1986

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6789.5
NGA No.
22822
ARLHS No.
MOR-026

Tower & Structure

Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white

Structure: White tower. Emergency light Oc W 3s, range 8m

Location

City
Morocco (Mediterranean Coast)
Country
🇲🇦MA
Latitude
35.4762°
Longitude
-5.1076°

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Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Oued Laou Lighthouse at night?+
Oued Laou displays the characteristic Occ (2) W 6s — 2 white 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.
Which ports and harbors does Oued Laou Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Oued Laou Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Tétouan at 14.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include Ceuta (27 NM NNW), Tanger Med (31.4 NM NW), Tangier (38.6 NM WNW), Tarifa (40.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Oued Laou Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Oued Laou 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 Oued Laou Lighthouse?+
Oued Laou Lighthouse is located within the Strait of Gibraltar — the gateway between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Oued Laou Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Oued Laou 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.