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Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

Iso Green 4s🇫🇷Port-des-Barques, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

Built in 1869, the Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur is a square masonry tower located on the east side of Port-des-Barques, France. It stands 16 meters tall with its focal plane at 13 meters. The tower, painted white with a single black horizontal band on its front, features a pyramidal roof. Following World War II, its height was increased by 5.5 meters to improve its navigational capability. The light emits a green flash on a 4-second cycle, visible for 11.3 nautical miles.

Why it matters: This rear range light is essential for guiding vessels safely into Port-des-Barques by ensuring precise alignment through the channel.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Iso Green 4s
Flash Type
Isophase
Light Color
Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Iso G 4s
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1869

Significant events: raised in height by 5.5 m (18 ft) after World War II

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Rochefort(4.7 km)
Admiralty No.
D1264.1
NGA No.
1412
ARLHS No.
FRA-416

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with one black horizontal band on the front face
Material
masonry

Structure: square masonry tower with a pyramidal roof

Location

City
Port-des-Barques
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Sea Region
on the Rue du Phare on the east side of Port-des-Barques
Latitude
45.9464°
Longitude
-1.0649°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur Lighthouse at night?+
Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur displays the characteristic Iso Green 4s. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORT DES BARQUES at 0.3 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Saint-Nazaire-sur-Charente (0.6 NM NE), FOURAS SUD MARINA (2.6 NM NNW), SOUBISE MARINA (2.7 NM ESE), FOURAS NORD (3.3 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur 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 Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port-des-Barques Feu Postérieur 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.