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Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse

Occ G 6s🇩🇿Algeria, DZOperational

Location & Light Range

About Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse

This isolated danger light stands as a black tower with red banding. It features a black topmark, with the tower reaching a height of 43 meters. The light emits a quick white flash, visible for a geographic range of 9 nautical miles. The focal height of the light is 10 meters. The structure is categorized as an IALA A isolated danger.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Occ G 6s
Flash Type
Occ
Light Color
Green
Flash Count
1 flash
Interval
6s
Raw Code
Q.W.
Focal Height
10m
Geographic Range
9NM

Location

City
Algeria
Country
🇩🇿DZ
Latitude
36.5265°
Longitude
1.3163°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
43m
Tower Color
black and red

Structure: ISOLATED DANGER (IALA A) Black tower, black topmark, red banded; 43

References & Identifiers

Admiralty No.
E6648
NGA No.
22500
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse at night?+
Ténès Jetée Ouest displays the characteristic Occ G 6s — 1 green flash every 6 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 green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 2 nearby ports. The closest is Ténès at 0.1 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Cherchell (42.4 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Ténès Jetée Ouest 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 Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse?+
Ténès Jetée Ouest 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 Ténès Jetée Ouest Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Ténès Jetée Ouest 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.