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Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

Q White 5s🇫🇷Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur Lighthouse

Built in 1880, this metal mast structure stands 24 meters tall, with its focal height reaching 28 meters. Originally, it lacked a lantern, with its light emitted from a watch room window. In 1890, a lantern and gallery were added to the masonry tower. The lighthouse emits a quick-flashing white light. It is located on Rue Henri Raimondeau at the Vanelle du Grand Phare, marking an entrance range with its front light situated 260 meters southwest.

Why it matters: This rear range light is indispensable for safe navigation into Port La Vie, providing a critical alignment for vessels approaching the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q White 5s
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
White
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Q W
Focal Height
28m
Geographic Range
14.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1880

Significant events: lantern and gallery added in 1890

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Saint Hilaire de Riez(0.5 km)
Admiralty No.
D1190.1
NGA No.
1164
ARLHS No.
FRA-481

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
24m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
white
Material
metal

Structure: masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Pays de la Loire
Sea Region
Located on the Rue Henri Raimondeau at the Vanelle du Grand Phare, in the center of Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie, 260 m northeast of the front light, marking an entrance range.
Latitude
46.6994°
Longitude
-1.9435°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur Lighthouse at night?+
Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur displays the characteristic Q White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Saint Hilaire de Riez at 0.5 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie (1.1 NM SSE), L'Île-d'Olonne (10.3 NM SE), Les Sables-d'Olonne (13.5 NM SSE), LA BARRE DE MONTS (14.1 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur 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.
How can I track vessels near Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saint-Gilles Entrée Feu Postérieur 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.