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Pierre Moine Lighthouse

Fl (2) White 6s🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pierre Moine Lighthouse

Located on a shoal about 6 kilometers north of Île de Noirmoutier, the Pierre Moine lighthouse features a cylindrical stone tower standing 18 meters tall. The structure is painted with distinctive red and black horizontal bands. Its focal plane is 14 meters above the water, emitting a white light with two flashes every six seconds. This light has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself remains closed to the public. The nearest port is Pornic, approximately 5 kilometers away.

Why it matters: The lighthouse warns mariners of the shoal it stands upon, north of Île de Noirmoutier, and serves as a visual landmark in the Bay of Biscay.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl W 6s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Located on a shoal about 6 km north of the Île de Noirmoutier.
Latitude
47.0560°
Longitude
-2.2080°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pornic(5.0 km)
Admiralty No.
D1154
NGA No.
1088
ARLHS No.
FRA-736

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
18m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
with red and black horizontal bands
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower, painted with red and black horizontal bands

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pierre Moine Lighthouse at night?+
Pierre Moine displays the characteristic Fl (2) White 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. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pierre Moine Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pierre Moine Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is L'HERBAUDIERE at 4.1 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Gravette (4.9 NM NNE), PORNIC LA NOEVEILLAR (4.9 NM NE), Préfailles (5.1 NM NNW), Le Bonhomme (5.5 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pierre Moine Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pierre Moine 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 Pierre Moine Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pierre Moine 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.