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Port Elizabeth Breakwater Lighthouse

Q (2) R 6s🇿🇦Eastern South Africa, ZAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Port Elizabeth Breakwater Lighthouse

This concrete tower, measuring 16 meters in height and focal plane, stands 14 nautical miles. It emits two very quick red flashes every 6 seconds. The structure is cylindrical and painted white, featuring a gallery and an attached equipment cabinet. The lighthouse was refurbished in 2008. Its foghorn emits a complex pattern of blasts and silences over a 30-second cycle.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q (2) R 6s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
VQ
Focal Height
16m
Geographic Range
14NM

Location

City
Eastern South Africa
Country
🇿🇦ZA
Latitude
-33.9530°
Longitude
25.6435°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
16m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
concrete

Structure: White concrete tower. Horn: Mo.(Q ) ev. 30s (bl. 4s, si. 2s, bl. 4s, si. 2s, bl. 2s, si. 2s, bl. 4s, si. 10s) Sounded when fog is

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
D6404
NGA No.
32116
ARLHS No.
SAF-056
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Port Elizabeth Breakwater Lighthouse at night?+
Port Elizabeth Breakwater displays the characteristic Q (2) R 6s — 2 red 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Port Elizabeth Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Port Elizabeth Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Gqeberha at 0.4 NM to the SW. Other ports served include PORT NGQURA (9.2 NM NNE), Coega (9.2 NM NNE), ST FRANCIS BAY (41.8 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Port Elizabeth Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Port Elizabeth Breakwater 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 Elizabeth Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Port Elizabeth Breakwater 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.