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Évian-les-Bains Lighthouse

FFl White🇫🇷Aix-les-Bains, FROperational

Location & Light Range

About Évian-les-Bains Lighthouse

Also known as: Brancovan

This cylindrical cast iron lighthouse stands 5 meters tall and features a 1-story octagonal cast iron equipment shelter. Its white light emits a single white flash. Constructed from cast iron, the tower is cylindrical in shape. The lighthouse is operational and maintained with its light active. Visitors can access the site, though the tower itself is closed to the public.

Why it matters: This light guides numerous passenger ferries, private yachts, and commercial vessels on Lake Geneva, especially when approaching the port of Évian-les-Bains. Its unique cast iron architecture enhances the town's waterfront.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
FFl White
Flash Type
Fixed and Flashing
Light Color
White
Raw Code
FFl W

Location

City
Aix-les-Bains
Country
🇫🇷France
Region
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Sea Region
Évian-les-Bains, France
Latitude
45.7055°
Longitude
5.8848°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Lyon(44.5 km)

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
white
Material
cast iron

Structure: cylindrical cast iron tower on a 1-story octagonal cast iron equipment shelter

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Évian-les-Bains Lighthouse at night?+
Évian-les-Bains displays the characteristic FFl White. 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 Évian-les-Bains Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Évian-les-Bains Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Vognes at 9.7 NM to the NW. Other ports served include Cruet (14.1 NM SE), Frangy (18.8 NM N), Mérignat (28.7 NM NW), Reignier-Ésery (30.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Évian-les-Bains Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Évian-les-Bains 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 Évian-les-Bains Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Évian-les-Bains 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.