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Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse

Occ WR 4s🇹🇳Tunisia, TNOperational

Location & Light Range

About Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse

This lighthouse is located in Tunisia. It has a focal height of 12 meters. The light displays alternating white and red occulting signals. These signals repeat on a 4-second cycle.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ WR 4s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
WR
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Oc.W.R. period 4s
Focal Height
12m

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6384
NGA No.
21952
Wikidata
Q39481608 →
OpenStreetMap
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Location

City
Tunisia
Country
🇹🇳TN
Latitude
35.8266°
Longitude
10.6521°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse at night?+
Sousse Jetée Abri displays the characteristic Occ WR 4s — 1 wr flash every 4 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 wr color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Sousse at 0.2 NM to the WSW. Other ports served include MONASTIR (9.3 NM ESE), Ksibet el Médiouni (12.4 NM SE), TEBOULBA (17.9 NM SE), Mahdia (28.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Sousse Jetée Abri 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 Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse?+
Sousse Jetée Abri 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 Sousse Jetée Abri Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Sousse Jetée Abri 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.