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Saint-Laurent d'Orléans Lighthouse

Fl Green 5s🇨🇦Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Saint-Laurent d'Orléans Lighthouse

This steel structure, built in 2011, stands 12.5 meters tall and serves as a modern navigational aid on the Saint Lawrence River. Its light is mounted atop the ferry dock's frame near Orléans, Quebec. Emitting a green flash every 5 seconds, the light has a geographic range of 11.6 nautical miles. The light's focal height reaches 14 meters above the water. While the site is open to the public, the structure itself is closed. The nearest port is Levis, 7.7 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light is indispensable for the safe operation of the ferry service it supports, ensuring consistent transport across a busy section of the Saint Lawrence River.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Green 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Green
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl G 5s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
2011

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
12.5m
Material
steel

Structure: light mounted atop the steel frame structure of a ferry dock

Location

City
Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
Located on the Saint Lawrence River at a ferry dock near Orléans, Canada.
Latitude
46.8585°
Longitude
-71.0034°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Levis(7.7 km)
Admiralty No.
H2284
NGA No.
3852
ARLHS No.
CAN-998
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Saint-Laurent d'Orléans Lighthouse at night?+
Saint-Laurent d'Orléans displays the characteristic Fl 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Saint-Laurent d'Orléans Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Saint-Laurent d'Orléans Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Château-Richer at 6.5 NM to the N. Other ports served include Sainte-Famille (6.7 NM NNE), Lévis (7.6 NM WSW), Quebec (9.1 NM WSW), Sillery (9.9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Saint-Laurent d'Orléans Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Saint-Laurent d'Orléans 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-Laurent d'Orléans Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Saint-Laurent d'Orléans 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.