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Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse

Fl Yellow 5s🇨🇦Sainte-Pétronille, CAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse

Also known as: Sainte-Pétronille (Beaulieu, Pointe du Bout de l'Île)

The Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse is a 14.5-meter tall cylindrical steel tower built in 1957. It emits a yellow flash every five seconds. The current structure replaced an earlier wooden tower that was destroyed by fire in 1934. Following the demolition of the wharf it stood on, the skeletal tower was moved to its present location in a parking lot in 1983. The site is open to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the southwestern tip of the island, a key navigational point for local maritime traffic, guiding vessels safely around this geographic feature.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl Yellow 5s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Yellow
Interval
5s
Raw Code
Fl Y 5s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1957

Significant events: original lighthouse destroyed by fire in 1934, skeletal tower moved to parking lot in 1983 when wharf was demolished

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Material
steel

Structure: square cylindrical skeletal tower

Location

City
Sainte-Pétronille
Country
🇨🇦Canada
Region
Quebec
Sea Region
southwestern tip of the island
Latitude
46.8452°
Longitude
-71.1320°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Levis(2.6 km)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse at night?+
Sainte-Pétronille displays the characteristic Fl Yellow 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 yellow color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Lévis at 3.1 NM to the SSW. Other ports served include Quebec (3.9 NM WSW), Sillery (5 NM SW), Saint-Romuald-d'Etchemin (7.1 NM SW), Château-Richer (8.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sainte-Pétronille 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 Sainte-Pétronille Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sainte-Pétronille 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.