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Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse

Occ W 4s🇩🇿Algeria, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse

Ra's El Kalia is a white, square tower standing 32 meters tall. Its focal height is also 32 meters. The light emits a single white occulting flash. During the day, a green triangular daymark points upwards. The lighthouse provides a geographic range of 12 nautical miles. It is operational and located in Algeria.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ W 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc
Focal Height
32m
Geographic Range
12NM

Location

City
Algeria
Country
🇩🇿DZ
Latitude
36.5970°
Longitude
2.4476°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
32m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white

Structure: Green beacon, triangle, point up daymark; 33. SUNGAI ASAHAN:

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6630
NGA No.
22444
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse at night?+
Ra'S El Kalia displays the characteristic Occ W 4s — 1 white flash every 4 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.
Which ports and harbors does Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is TIPAZA at 0.2 NM to the SSE. Other ports served include Cherchell (12.5 NM W), Alger (Algiers) (31.8 NM ENE), Rouiba (41.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra'S El Kalia 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 Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse?+
Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Ra'S El Kalia Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra'S El Kalia 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.