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Ras Boujdour West End Lighthouse

Fl White 15s🇲🇦Boujdour, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ras Boujdour West End Lighthouse

This unpainted, square stone tower stands 6 meters tall on the beach at the tip of the cape in Morocco, near Boujdour. Its focal plane reaches 70 meters, providing a geographic range of 21.4 nautical miles. The light emitted one white flash every 15 seconds. While it once guided mariners past the cape, photographs from 2017 indicate the lighthouse is now inactive. The site remains open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: The Ras Boujdour West End lighthouse marks a significant navigational hazard along the Moroccan coast. Its construction reflects a practical approach to coastal warnings, blending with the natural surroundings.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl W 15s
Focal Height
70m
Geographic Range
21.4NM

Construction & History

Significant events: Became inactive, 2017 photo showed no light

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
unpainted
Material
stone

Structure: square pyramidal rubblestone tower, unpainted

Location

City
Boujdour
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
Pachalik de Boujdour باشوية بوجدور
Sea Region
Located on the beach at the point of the cape in Morocco
Latitude
26.1267°
Longitude
-14.4997°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Boujdour(59.4 km)
Admiralty No.
D2628.2
NGA No.
24296
ARLHS No.
WSA-003
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ras Boujdour West End Lighthouse at night?+
Ras Boujdour West End displays the characteristic Fl White 15s. 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ras Boujdour West End Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ras Boujdour West End Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 1 nearby port. The closest is Boujdour at 0.7 NM to the SSE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ras Boujdour West End Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ras Boujdour West End 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 Ras Boujdour West End Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ras Boujdour West End 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.