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Pointe De La Barque Lighthouse

Q W 15s🇬🇵Guadeloupe, GPOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe De La Barque Lighthouse

The Pointe De La Barque lighthouse is a truncated pyramidal metal tower standing 24 meters high. Painted white, its focal height reaches 28 meters above sea level. This structure emits a light with a 9 nautical mile geographic range. The light characteristic consists of two white, red, and green flashes repeating every 6 seconds.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q W 15s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl.(2)W.R.G. period 6s
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Guadeloupe
Country
🇬🇵GP
Latitude
16.0833°
Longitude
-61.7667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
pyramidal
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: Truncated pyramidal metal tower; 24

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
J5712
NGA No.
14892
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe De La Barque Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe De La Barque displays the characteristic Q W 15s — 1 white flash 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.
Which ports and harbors does Pointe De La Barque Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe De La Barque Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Bouillante at 3 NM to the N. Other ports served include Baillif (3.6 NM SSE), Basse-Terre (5.5 NM SSE), TROIS RIVIERES (9.8 NM SE), Petit-Bourg (12.2 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe De La Barque Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe De La Barque 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 La Barque Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe De La Barque 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.