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Étier des Brochets Lighthouse

Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s🇫🇷Bouin, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Étier des Brochets Lighthouse

Also known as: Étier des Brochets (Port des Brochets)

The Étier des Brochets lighthouse is a semicircular masonry tower painted white, standing 7 meters tall with a focal height of 8 meters. It is located on the southwestern shore of the Baie de Bourgneuf, near the oyster-fishing village of Brochets and approximately 3 km northwest of Bouin. The structure, built of stone, features a gallery and an enclosed equipment room at its base. Its light emits three flashes of white, red, or green every 12 seconds, with a geographic range of 9.7 nautical miles. The site is open to visitors, but the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse is essential for the local oyster-fishing fleet and other small craft navigating the Baie de Bourgneuf, providing directional light signals that adapt to specific sectors of the bay. Its unique semicircular masonry tower adds a distinctive architectural element to the coastal landscape.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s
Flash Type
Occulting
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
12s
Raw Code
Oc(3) WRG 12s
Focal Height
8m
Geographic Range
9.7NM

Location

City
Bouin
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Pays de la Loire
Sea Region
Located on the southwestern shore of the Baie de Bourgneuf, near the small oyster-fishing village of Brochets, about 3 km northwest of Bouin.
Latitude
46.9979°
Longitude
-2.0304°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Pornic(7.3 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7m
Tower Color
white
Material
stone

Structure: semicircular masonry tower with gallery and an enclosed equipment room at the base, painted white

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Étier des Brochets Lighthouse at night?+
Étier des Brochets displays the characteristic Oc (3) White/Red/Green 12s — 3 white/red/green flashes every 12 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/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Étier des Brochets Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Étier des Brochets Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is PORNIC LA NOEVEILLAR at 7.5 NM to the NNW. Other ports served include LA BARRE DE MONTS (7.7 NM SW), Pornic (7.7 NM NNW), Le Bonhomme (8.5 NM WSW), Gravette (9.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Étier des Brochets Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Étier des Brochets 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 Étier des Brochets Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Étier des Brochets 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.