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Pointe de Porz-Don Lighthouse

Oc (2) Red or White 6s🇫🇷Ploubazlanec, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Pointe de Porz-Don Lighthouse

Also known as: Pointe de Porz-Don (Paimpol)

Constructed in 1880, the Pointe de Porz-Don lighthouse is located on the north side of the Paimpol harbor entrance, about 1.5 kilometers southeast of Ploubazlanec in Brittany. The lighthouse is an 8-meter tall, round, stone keeper's house, painted black and red. The light, positioned 13 meters above sea level, is shown from an upstairs window. It flashes twice every 6 seconds, either red or white (Oc(2) R or W 6s). The white flash denotes the recommended passage from the east. Visitors can access the site, but the structure remains closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse, built into a keeper's house, offers a distinct design for coastal lighting. Its beam serves as a navigation aid for ships approaching the port of Paimpol.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (2) Red or White 6s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
Red or White
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Oc(2) R or W 6s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1880

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
8m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
black and red
Material
stone

Structure: A 8m 1-1/2 story stone keeper's house, with the light displayed through an upstairs window at one end.

Location

City
Ploubazlanec
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
north side of the entrance to Paimpol, about 1.5 km (1 mi) southeast of Ploubazlenac
Latitude
48.7914°
Longitude
-3.0260°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paimpol(0.9 km)
Admiralty No.
A1722
NGA No.
7904
ARLHS No.
FRA-441
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Pointe de Porz-Don Lighthouse at night?+
Pointe de Porz-Don displays the characteristic Oc (2) Red or White 6s — 2 red or white flashes every 6 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 red or white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Pointe de Porz-Don Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Pointe de Porz-Don Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Paimpol at 1 NM to the SW. Other ports served include Lézardrieux (2.9 NM W), Plouézec (3 NM SE), Lanmodez (4.6 NM NW), Pontrieux (7.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Pointe de Porz-Don Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Pointe de Porz-Don 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 Porz-Don Lighthouse?+
Pointe de Porz-Don 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 Porz-Don Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Pointe de Porz-Don 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.