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Pointe de Kerdonis Lighthouse

Fl (3) Red 15s🇫🇷Locmaria, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de Kerdonis Lighthouse

Built of stone in 1879, the Pointe de Kerdonis Lighthouse stands 14 meters tall on the easternmost point of Belle-Île. Its square, cylindrical masonry tower, topped with a lantern and gallery, rises from a 1-1/2 story stone keeper's house. The tower is painted white with unpainted stone trim. It emits a red flash every 15 seconds, visible for 16.2 nautical miles. The lighthouse is situated near Locmaria on the island's eastern tip. While the site is open to visitors, the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels around the easternmost point of Belle-Île, a potentially hazardous area for navigation. Its distinct red light helps define the island's perimeter for ships transiting the Bay of Biscay and approaching the Breton coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) Red 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl R 15s
Focal Height
35m
Geographic Range
16.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1879

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with unpainted stone trim
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical masonry tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the front of a 1-1/2 story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Locmaria
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
easternmost point of Belle-Île, near Locmaria
Latitude
47.3101°
Longitude
-3.0595°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Le Palais(4.4 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe de Kerdonis Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de Kerdonis displays the characteristic Fl (3) Red 15s — 3 red flashes every 15 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 red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pointe de Kerdonis Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de Kerdonis Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is LE PALAIS at 4.5 NM to the WNW. Other ports served include ILE D'HOUAT (6.5 NM NE), Sauzon (7.5 NM WNW), Hoedic (7.8 NM ENE), Quiberon (10.4 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de Kerdonis Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de Kerdonis 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 de Kerdonis Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de Kerdonis 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.