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Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse

Fl (3) White/Red 12s🇫🇷Audierne, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse

Built from masonry in 1955, the Pointe de Lervily light structure is a 12-meter cylindrical tower. It is situated on a point extending into Baie d'Audierne, about 3 kilometers south of Esquibien. The tower, painted white, is surmounted by a red lantern, with its light source positioned 20 meters above sea level. The illumination produces three flashes, alternating white and red, every 12 seconds, with a range of 13.2 nautical miles. Visitors can access the site, but the tower remains inaccessible.

Why it matters: This light marks the headland at the entrance to Baie d'Audierne, serving as a navigation aid for ships in the vicinity.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White/Red 12s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Fl(3) WR 12s
Focal Height
20m
Geographic Range
13.2NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1955

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
White with a red lantern
Material
masonry

Structure: round cylindrical masonry tower, painted white, topped by a small red lantern

Location

City
Audierne
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
Headland projecting into the Baie d'Audierne, about 3 km south of Esquibien, at the end of the Rue du Sémaphore.
Latitude
48.0007°
Longitude
-4.5658°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Audierne(1.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D0874
NGA No.
0300
ARLHS No.
FRA-336
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de Lervily displays the characteristic Fl (3) White/Red 12s — 3 white/red 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/red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Audierne at 1.7 NM to the NE. Other ports served include Plogoff (4.5 NM WNW), Plozévet (5.4 NM E), Pouldreuzic (8.6 NM ESE), Douarnenez (10.8 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de Lervily 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.
What shipping routes pass near Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse?+
Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Pointe de Lervily Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de Lervily 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.