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Roche Quinonec Lighthouse

F White/Red/Green 5s🇫🇷FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Roche Quinonec Lighthouse

The Roche Quinonec lighthouse was built in 1884 and first lit in the same year. It is an unpainted, round cylindrical tower standing 6 meters tall. Its focal height is 12 meters, and it offers a geographic range of 11 nautical miles. The light emits white, red, and green flashes, indicating specific directional guidance. The lighthouse is situated on a rock at Ioguivy de la Mer, marking the south side of the Chenal de Ferlas, a passage west of the Île de Bréhat.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the safe passage of westbound vessels through the Chenal de Ferlas, south of the Île de Bréhat. Its directional light system provides precise guidance through this potentially hazardous passage.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White/Red/Green 5s
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
F W/R/G
Focal Height
12m
Geographic Range
11NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1884

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
6m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
round cylindrical tower

Structure: unpainted round cylindrical tower

Location

Country
🇫🇷France
Sea Region
Located on a rock at Ioguivy de la Mer on the south side of the Chenal de Ferlas, the passage on the south side of the Île de Bréhat, guiding vessels westbound.
Latitude
48.8230°
Longitude
-3.0611°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paimpol(2.4 km)
Admiralty No.
A1745
NGA No.
7884
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Roche Quinonec Lighthouse at night?+
Roche Quinonec displays the characteristic F White/Red/Green 5s. 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/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Roche Quinonec Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Roche Quinonec Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lanmodez at 2.2 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Lézardrieux (2.5 NM SW), Paimpol (2.7 NM SSE), Plouézec (5.4 NM SE), Tréguier (6.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Roche Quinonec Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Roche Quinonec 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 Roche Quinonec Lighthouse?+
Roche Quinonec Lighthouse is located within the English Channel / North Sea corridor — one of the world's busiest maritime corridors connecting the Atlantic to Northern European ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Roche Quinonec Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Roche Quinonec 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.