Get the MarineRadar appSatellite AISSatellite live trackingTrack any shipLive alerts112,000+ ships trackedDownload free

Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse

Iso W 2s🇲🇺Mauritius, MUOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse

Also known as: Martello Tower

This lighthouse features a 24-meter masonry tower painted white with a distinctive black stripe. It emits an isophase white light on a 4-second cycle. The geographic range of the light is 10 nautical miles. The structure is 24 meters tall with the light at the same focal height.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso W 2s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
2s
Raw Code
Iso.W.G. period 4s
Focal Height
24m
Geographic Range
10NM

Location

City
Mauritius
Country
🇲🇺MU
Latitude
-20.1679°
Longitude
57.4718°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Color
white and black
Material
masonry

Structure: White masonry tower, black stripe; 39 . Temporarily extinguished

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D7097
NGA No.
32872
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →
Live tracking · 50,000+ mariners

Find Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse on the live nautical map

Plan voyages near MU, see nearby vessels in real time, and explore 14,900+ navigation aids in the app.

Nautical mapNearby vesselsVoyage planning
Get the App

Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe Aux Sables displays the characteristic Iso W 2s — 1 white flash every 2 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 Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Port Louis at 1.5 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Albion (4.5 NM WSW), Tamarin (10.7 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe Aux Sables 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 Pointe Aux Sables Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe Aux Sables 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.