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Pointe de la Tour Lighthouse

Oc (4) White 12s🇲🇦Ahrara, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de la Tour Lighthouse

Also known as: Pointe de la Tour (Borj Nador)

The Pointe de la Tour lighthouse was built and first lit in 1957. This cylindrical, white tower, standing 12 meters tall, features a green lantern. Its light, positioned 90 meters above sea level, emits four white flashes every 12 seconds and has a geographic range of 23.8 nautical miles. The lighthouse rises from a keeper's house and is located on the slope of a headland about 6 km northwest of Safi. The structure is part of a military base, making it inaccessible to the public.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels around the headland northwest of Safi and plays a role in ensuring safe passage for maritime traffic approaching or departing the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (4) White 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(4) W 12s
Focal Height
90m
Geographic Range
23.8NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1957

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Safi(1.6 km)
Admiralty No.
D2595
NGA No.
23180
ARLHS No.
MOR-031

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White with a green lantern

Structure: square cylindrical tower with lantern and gallery rising from one end of a keeper's house

Location

City
Ahrara
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
Marrakech-Safi
Sea Region
Located on the slope of a prominent headland about 6 km northwest of Safi.
Latitude
32.3304°
Longitude
-9.2783°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe de la Tour Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de la Tour displays the characteristic Oc (4) White 12s — 4 white flashes every 12 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 white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pointe de la Tour Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de la Tour Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Safi at 1.9 NM to the SE. Other ports served include Nouveau Port Safi, Sidi Boudenyan (9.8 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de la Tour Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de la Tour 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 Tour Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de la Tour 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.