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Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur Lighthouse

Q White🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur Lighthouse

This white, cylindrical concrete tower stands 14 meters tall and is located near Île Saint-Michel, marking the Passe de la Citadelle. The tower features a gallery rail at the top, which is painted green. Its light emits a quick green flash, providing a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. Operational since its construction, it serves as the front light in a range system. The lighthouse is situated 0.4 kilometers from the port of Locmiquelic.

Why it matters: As a front range light, this structure is essential for establishing a precise navigational alignment, guiding vessels safely through the Passe de la Citadelle channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Raw Code
Q.G. 26
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Located in France, marking the Passe de la Citadelle near Île Saint-Michel.
Latitude
47.7245°
Longitude
-3.3603°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round concrete tower, painted white; gallery rail at the top painted green

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Locmiquelic(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D0978
NGA No.
0576
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur Lighthouse at night?+
Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur displays the characteristic Q 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 Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Locmiquélic at 0.4 NM to the E. Other ports served include Lorient (0.6 NM N), Port-Louis (0.9 NM SSE), Lamor-Plage (1.4 NM SW), Hennebont (5.5 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur 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 Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Antérieur 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.