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Tigzirt South Breakwater Lighthouse

Green🇩🇿Tigzirt, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tigzirt South Breakwater Lighthouse

This cylindrical lighthouse stands 7.5 meters tall with a focal height of 10 meters. It features a hexagonal tower that rises from a square, single-story equipment shelter. The structure is predominantly white, with distinct green bands near its top. This light offers a geographic range of 10.4 nautical miles and emits a green signal. The lighthouse is situated on the south breakwater of Tigzirt, a port located about 25 kilometers east of Dellys within the Tizi Ouzou region of Algeria. While the site is accessible to the public, the tower itself remains closed.

Why it matters: The Tigzirt South Breakwater lighthouse is essential for safe navigation into Tigzirt's port, serving local fishing fleets and small vessels. It acts as a key visual reference point for approaching the harbor entrance.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Green
Light Color
Green
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
10.4NM

Location

City
Tigzirt
Country
🇩🇿Algeria
Region
Tizi Ouzou
Sea Region
south breakwater of Tigzirt, a small port about 25 km east of Dellys
Latitude
36.8950°
Longitude
4.1188°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Dellys(9.7 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
7.5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
except for green bands at the top

Structure: hexagonal cylindrical tower rising from a square 1-story equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which ports and harbors does Tigzirt South Breakwater Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tigzirt South Breakwater Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 3 nearby ports. The closest is Dellys at 9.8 NM to the W. Other ports served include Rouiba (41.3 NM WSW), Bejaia (ex Bougie) (47.5 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tigzirt South Breakwater Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tigzirt South Breakwater 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 Tigzirt South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
Tigzirt South Breakwater 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 Tigzirt South Breakwater Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tigzirt South Breakwater 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.