Port-des-Barques Feu Antérieur Lighthouse

Built in 1869, the Port-des-Barques Feu Antérieur is a square masonry tower standing 6 meters tall and painted white. It is situated on the south bank of the Charente estuary, guiding vessels upstream in its lower section. This structure is 5 meters above sea level. The light is green and flashes once every 4 seconds. Instead of a lantern room, the light emits from a rectangular window on the tower's second floor.

Why it matters: This lighthouse forms part of a range system, assisting vessels navigating the lower Charente estuary towards inland ports. Its unusual design, projecting light through a window, marks it as a functional example of maritime architecture.