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

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Location & Light Range

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

This cylindrical concrete tower, standing 19 meters tall, is painted white with a green gallery rail. It serves as the rear range light for the Passe de la Citadelle, situated on Île Saint-Michel near Locmiquelic, France. The light emits from a focal plane 14 meters above sea level, providing a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The tower's semicircular structure complements its role in guiding vessels. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself remains closed to the public. It operates as an active aid to navigation.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for maintaining the correct course through the Passe de la Citadelle when aligned with its front light, helping mariners avoid hazards in the channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
White
Light Color
White
Raw Code
from front
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Passe de la Citadelle, Île Saint-Michel, France
Latitude
47.7271°
Longitude
-3.3592°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Locmiquelic(0.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D0978.1
NGA No.
0580
ARLHS No.
FRA-576

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
19m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

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

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Postérieur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Postérieur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lorient at 0.4 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Locmiquélic (0.4 NM ESE), Port-Louis (1 NM S), Lamor-Plage (1.6 NM SSW), Hennebont (5.3 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Postérieur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Postérieur 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 Postérieur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Passe de la Citadelle (Île Saint-Michel) Feu Postérieur 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.