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Sauzon Lighthouse

Q Green🇫🇷Sauzon, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Sauzon Lighthouse

The Sauzon Lighthouse, a masonry tower built in 1859, stands on the west side of the harbor of Sauzon. This small port is located on the northwestern coast of Belle-Île. The lighthouse, which is 9 meters tall, emits a quick-flashing green light, visible for 10 nautical miles. Its white tower is topped with a green lantern and a black gallery rail. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks the western side of the Sauzon harbor entrance, guiding local vessels into the port on Belle-Île's coast.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Q Green
Flash Type
Quick
Light Color
Green
Raw Code
Q G
Focal Height
9m
Geographic Range
10NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1859

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
9m
Tower Color
white, lantern green, gallery rail black
Material
masonry

Structure: masonry tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Sauzon
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Brittany
Sea Region
west side of the harbor of Sauzon, a small port on the northwestern coast of Belle-Île
Latitude
47.3729°
Longitude
-3.2187°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Le Palais(3.1 km)
Admiralty No.
D1044
NGA No.
0648
ARLHS No.
FRA-469
Wikidata
Q45976 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sauzon Lighthouse at night?+
Sauzon displays the characteristic Q 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 Sauzon Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sauzon Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sauzon at 0.2 NM to the SW. Other ports served include LE PALAIS (3 NM ESE), Quiberon (7.3 NM NNE), Saint-Pierre-Quiberon (9.3 NM NNE), ILE D'HOUAT (10.7 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sauzon Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sauzon 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 Sauzon Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sauzon 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.