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Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse

Fl White/Green 4s🇩🇿Staoueli, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse

Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale lighthouse is a cylindrical white concrete tower, 10 meters tall and with a focal height of 14 meters. It stands on a semicircular, 1-story pierhead structure at the end of the main breakwater. This lighthouse emits a white or green light that flashes every 4 seconds, with the color indicating the approach direction. The geographic range of this light is 11.6 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, though the tower itself is closed to the public. The nearest major port is Alger, located 11.2 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for guiding vessels safely into and out of the harbor, particularly given its directional white and green light which indicates the correct approach. Its position at the end of the main breakwater directly mitigates navigational hazards for ships entering the port.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W/G 4s
Focal Height
14m
Geographic Range
11.6NM

Location

City
Staoueli
Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Algiers
Sea Region
end of the main breakwater of Sidi Fredj
Latitude
36.7636°
Longitude
2.8497°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Alger (Algiers)(11.2 km)
Admiralty No.
E6624.6
NGA No.
22434

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
10m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
concrete

Structure: square cylindrical white concrete tower standing on a semicircular 1-story pierhead structure

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse at night?+
Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale displays the characteristic Fl White/Green 4s. 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Alger (Algiers) at 10.7 NM to the E. Other ports served include Rouiba (20.9 NM E), TIPAZA (21.8 NM WSW), Cherchell (33.1 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale 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.
What shipping routes pass near Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse?+
Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sidi Fredj Jetée Principale 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.