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Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear Lighthouse

F White 2s🇨🇦Lévis, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear Lighthouse

The Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear light was established in 1975 and is a square pyramidal skeletal tower constructed of steel, standing 34 meters tall. Its white light has a focal height of 66 meters and is visible for 20.9 nautical miles. This structure is positioned 655 meters west-southwest of the corresponding front light, forming part of a navigational range. The tower itself is painted red. It is operational and maintained by the Canadian Coast Guard.

Why it matters: This range rear light is indispensable for mariners navigating the waters near Pointe de la Martinière, providing the precise alignment needed to stay within a safe channel. Its continuous white light ensures vessels can maintain their course, contributing to the safety of shipping traffic in this waterway.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White 2s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Interval
2s
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
66m
Geographic Range
20.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1975

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Levis(2.3 km)
Admiralty No.
H2276.1
NGA No.
3872
ARLHS No.
CAN-1299

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
34m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
red
Material
steel

Structure: square pyramidal skeletal tower

Location

City
Lévis
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Pointe de la Martinière, located 655 m west southwest of the front light, guiding navigation as part of a range.
Latitude
46.8247°
Longitude
-71.1239°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear displays the characteristic F White 2s. 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 Rear Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lévis at 2.3 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Quebec (3.8 NM W), Sillery (4.6 NM WSW), Saint-Romuald-d'Etchemin (6.4 NM SW), Château-Richer (9.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear 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 Rear Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de la Martinière Range Rear 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.