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Pointe de Morgat Lighthouse

Oc (4) White/Red/Green 12s🇫🇷Crozon, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de Morgat Lighthouse

Constructed of stone and first lit in 1914, the Pointe de Morgat lighthouse stands 15 meters tall. Its structure consists of a square cylindrical stone tower with a lantern and gallery, rising from the front of a one-story stone keeper's house. The tower is painted white with unpainted stone trim. Situated on the south side of the Crozon peninsula, it marks the southern entrance to the Anse de Morgat. The lighthouse emits four white, red, or green flashes on a 12-second cycle, visible for 22.3 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is important for vessels entering the Anse de Morgat, offering directional guidance with its unique light characteristic. Its integrated design reflects a common architectural style for lighthouses in this region of Brittany.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (4) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
4 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(4) WGR 12s
Focal Height
77m
Geographic Range
22.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1914

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with unpainted stone trim
Material
stone

Structure: square cylindrical stone tower with lantern and gallery, rising from the front of a 1-story stone keeper's house

Location

City
Crozon
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
south side of the Crozon peninsula, at the southern entrance to the Anse de Morgat, about 1.1 km southeast of the Morgat waterfront in Crozon
Latitude
48.2197°
Longitude
-4.4966°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Camaret-sur-Mer(5.2 km)
Admiralty No.
D0826
NGA No.
0212
ARLHS No.
FRA-364
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe de Morgat Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de Morgat displays the characteristic Oc (4) White/Red/Green 12s — 4 white/red/green 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pointe de Morgat Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de Morgat Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Le Fret at 3.9 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include Camaret-sur-Mer (5.2 NM NW), Brest (9.4 NM N), TREBOUL (9.6 NM SE), Logonna-Daoulas (9.8 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de Morgat Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de Morgat 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 Morgat Lighthouse?+
Pointe de Morgat 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 Morgat Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de Morgat 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.