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Ra's Takouch Lighthouse

🇩🇿Chetaibi, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ra's Takouch Lighthouse

Also known as: Ra's Takouch (Cap Takouch, Herbillon)

Ra's Takouch lighthouse, built of stone in 1881, features a 12-meter cylindrical tower with a lantern and gallery. This structure connects to a single-story keeper's residence. The tower, initially white with a black lantern, is located on a headland about 2 km north of Chetaïbi. It is currently operational, though also listed as abandoned and at risk. Annaba, the closest port, lies 21.4 km distant.

Why it matters: The lighthouse was placed to mark the Algerian coast near Chetaïbi for vessels. Its at-risk condition underscores the importance of preserving historical navigation aids.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white with a black lantern (originally)
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery attached to a 1-story keeper's house

Location

City
Chetaibi
Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Annaba
Sea Region
A prominent headland about 2 km north of Chetaïbi
Latitude
37.0758°
Longitude
7.3932°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Construction & History

Year Built
1881

Significant events: Inactive, Abandoned, Endangered

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Annaba (ex Bone)(21.4 km)
ARLHS No.
ALG-017
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Ra's Takouch Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ra's Takouch Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Annaba (ex Bone) at 20.9 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Skikda (ex Philippeville) (25.2 NM WSW), Collo (39.6 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ra's Takouch Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ra's Takouch 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 Takouch Lighthouse?+
Ra's Takouch 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 Takouch Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ra's Takouch 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.