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Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse

VQ Green🇫🇷Plérin, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse

Built of stone in 1857, this cylindrical lighthouse stands 12 meters tall on a narrow jetty. It is located on the west side of the Gouët river entrance, leading to Saint-Brieuc. The tower, painted green, features a lantern and gallery. Its focal height is 13 meters, and it emits a very quick green flash. The structure's geographic range is 11.3 nautical miles. It remains operational, guiding vessels into the port of Saint-Brieuc.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into the Gouët river, marking the channel entrance directly for the port of Saint-Brieuc.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
VQ Green
Flash Type
Very Quick
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
VQ G
Focal Height
13m
Geographic Range
11.3NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1857

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saint Brieuc(0.2 km)
ARLHS No.
FRA-484

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
green
Material
stone

Structure: round stone tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Plérin
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
Located on a short, narrow jetty at the west side of the entrance to the river Gouët, which leads to Saint-Brieuc, in Le Légué (Pointe-à-l'Aigle, St.-Laurent-de-la-Mer).
Latitude
48.5355°
Longitude
-2.7186°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses displays the characteristic VQ Green. 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint-Brieuc at 0.9 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Binic (5.7 NM NW), Pléneuf-Val-André (7.7 NM ENE), SAINT QUAY PORTRIEUX (7.8 NM NNW), ERQUY WEST (11.4 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses 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 Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses 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 Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saint-Brieuc, Pléneuf-Val-André, and Erquy Lighthouses 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.