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Ra'S El Maghreb Lighthouse

Fl W 4s🇩🇿Algeria, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra'S El Maghreb Lighthouse

The Ra's El Maghreb lighthouse is a round, white masonry tower built in 1906. It stands 30 meters tall, with its focal height also at 30 meters. The tower emits a white flash visible for 10 nautical miles. While the station was established in 1871, the current structure dates to 1906. The lighthouse is operational.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl W 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1906

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6544
NGA No.
22288
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Tower & Structure

Tower Height
30m
Tower Shape
round
Tower Color
white
Material
masonry

Location

City
Algeria
Country
🇩🇿DZ
Latitude
37.0218°
Longitude
6.2619°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ra'S El Maghreb Lighthouse at night?+
Ra'S El Maghreb displays the characteristic Fl 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 Maghreb Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra'S El Maghreb Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Collo at 14.9 NM to the E. Other ports served include Djen-Djen (21.4 NM WSW), Jijel (ex Djidjelli) (26.2 NM WSW), Skikda (ex Philippeville) (32.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra'S El Maghreb Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra'S El Maghreb 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 Maghreb Lighthouse?+
Ra'S El Maghreb 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 Maghreb Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra'S El Maghreb 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.