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Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse

Fl White 4s🇩🇿Kheneg Mayoum, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse

A cylindrical white tower stands 15 meters tall, rising from an equipment building on a remote headland. With a focal height of 30 meters, it emits a single white flash every 4 seconds, visible for 15.3 nautical miles. The station was first established in 1871. This lighthouse is located about 10 km west of Ouled Attia, near Skikda, a city on the Algerian coast. The structure appears inactive, and its equipment building is abandoned.

Why it matters: This lighthouse marks a significant headland along a remote section of the Algerian coast, providing a navigational reference for vessels traversing these waters. Its establishment in 1871 highlights a long-standing commitment to maritime safety in the region.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl W 4s
Focal Height
30m
Geographic Range
15.3NM

Construction & History

First Lit
1871

Significant events: Station established 1871, appears inactive, building abandoned

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Collo(14.9 km)
Admiralty No.
E6544
NGA No.
22288
ARLHS No.
ALG-045

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white

Structure: round tower rising from an equipment building

Location

City
Kheneg Mayoum
Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Skikda
Sea Region
Located on a remote headland about 10 km west of Ouled Attia, near Skikda, a city founded on an ancient Phoenician port site on the Algerian coast.
Latitude
37.0229°
Longitude
6.2622°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse at night?+
Skikda Province Lighthouses displays the characteristic Fl White 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 color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Collo at 14.9 NM to the E. Other ports served include Djen-Djen (21.4 NM WSW), Jijel (ex Djidjelli) (26.3 NM WSW), Skikda (ex Philippeville) (32.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Skikda Province Lighthouses 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 Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
Skikda Province Lighthouses 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 Skikda Province Lighthouses Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Skikda Province Lighthouses 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.