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Pointe de la Martinière Range Front Lighthouse

F White🇨🇦Lévis, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de la Martinière Range Front Lighthouse

The Pointe de la Martinière Range Front light, established in 1975, stands as a square pyramidal skeletal steel tower standing 20 meters tall. With a focal height of 46 meters, its light has a geographic range of 18.1 nautical miles. It emits a continuous white light, functioning as part of an upstream range that guides vessels approaching Québec City. This structure is situated across the south channel of the St. Lawrence River from the Île d'Orléans, aiding navigation within 2.7 kilometers of Lévis.

Why it matters: This range front light is indispensable for large vessels navigating the south channel of the St. Lawrence River, providing the precise alignment needed for a safe approach to Québec City's port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
46m
Geographic Range
18.1NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1975

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Levis(2.7 km)
Admiralty No.
H2276
NGA No.
3868
ARLHS No.
CAN-1298

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
20m
Tower Shape
square
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower

Location

City
Lévis
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
An upstream range guiding vessels in their approach to Québec City, located across the south channel of the river from the southwestern tip of the Île d'Orléans.
Latitude
46.8280°
Longitude
-71.1164°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe de la Martinière Range Front Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de la Martinière Range Front displays the characteristic F White. 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 Pointe de la Martinière Range Front Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de la Martinière Range Front Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lévis at 2.7 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Quebec (4.2 NM W), Sillery (4.9 NM WSW), Saint-Romuald-d'Etchemin (6.7 NM SW), Château-Richer (9.3 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de la Martinière Range Front Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de la Martinière Range Front 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 Martinière Range Front Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de la Martinière Range Front 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.