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Sidi Boubker Lighthouse

Fl (2) White/Red 6s🇲🇦Sidi Ali Ben Hamdouche, MAOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sidi Boubker Lighthouse

Also known as: Sidi Boubker (Pointe d'Azemmour)

Sidi Boubker Lighthouse, built in 1921, is a 14-meter-tall cylindrical concrete tower painted white. Located approximately 1.6 kilometers inland near Azemmour, it stands about 30 kilometers northeast of Al Jadida. The structure features a lantern room and gallery, with its light projected from a focal height of 45 meters. Since its first activation in 1921, the lighthouse emits two white or red flashes every six seconds, depending on the sector. The site is accessible, but the tower itself remains closed to the public.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's alternating white and red flashes provide specific directional guidance for mariners navigating the Moroccan Atlantic coast near Azemmour, delineating safe passages and warning of potential hazards.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (2) White/Red 6s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red
Flash Count
2 flashes
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Fl(2) WR 6s
Focal Height
45m
Geographic Range
17.9NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1921

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: round white concrete tower with lantern and gallery

Location

City
Sidi Ali Ben Hamdouche
Country
🇲🇦Morocco
Region
Cercle d'Azemmour دائرة أزمور
Sea Region
Located about 1.6 km (1 mi) inland from the coast near Azemmour, about 30 km (19 mi) northeast of Al Jadida.
Latitude
33.3390°
Longitude
-8.3039°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
El Jadida(10.9 km)
ARLHS No.
MOR-029
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sidi Boubker Lighthouse at night?+
Sidi Boubker displays the characteristic Fl (2) White/Red 6s — 2 white/red flashes every 6 seconds. 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/red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sidi Boubker Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sidi Boubker Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is El Jadida at 11 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include Jorf Lasfar (20.9 NM SW), Casablanca (38.8 NM ENE), Roches Noires (40.1 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sidi Boubker Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sidi Boubker 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 Sidi Boubker Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sidi Boubker 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.