Chateau d'Oléron feu antérieur Lighthouse
Location & Light Range
About Chateau d'Oléron feu antérieur Lighthouse
This white fiberglass mast lighthouse is situated near Chateau d'Oléron on Île d'Oléron, France. Reaching a focal height of 11 meters, it emits a red flash characteristic. The structure forms part of a range system, guiding vessels through local channels with a geographic range of 10.7 nautical miles. Its primary function is to assist mariners in maintaining the correct alignment for safe passage. The site is open to the public, though access to the tower is restricted. The nearest port, Rochefort, is located 10.6 kilometers away.
Why it matters: This light is part of a range system that provides precise directional guidance, helping mariners avoid hazards and navigate intricate channels.
Light & Optic
- Flash Type
- Flashing
- Light Color
- White
- Interval
- 3s
- Raw Code
- Fl.R
- Focal Height
- 11m
- Geographic Range
- 10.7NM
Location
- City
- Le Château-d'Oléron
- Country
- 🇫🇷France
- Region
- Nouvelle-Aquitaine
- Sea Region
- Located in France, near Chateau d'Oléron on the Île d'Oléron, this anterior fire forms part of a range system guiding vessels through local waters.
- Latitude
- 45.8840°
- Longitude
- -1.1903°
References & Identifiers
- Nearest Port
- Rochefort(10.6 km)
- Admiralty No.
- D1278
- NGA No.
- 1432
Tower & Structure
- Tower Shape
- mast
- Tower Color
- white
- Material
- fiberglass
Structure: The Chateau d'Oléron feu antérieur (2) is nestled within the maritime landscape of France, likely positioned near the historic fortifications of Chateau d'Oléron on the picturesque Île d'Oléron. As an anterior fire, it plays a specific and crucial role within a broader range system, designed to guide mariners safely through the intricate local channels and into port. These range lights are indispensable for precise navigation, enabling ships to align correctly, avoid hidden hazards, and follow designated routes with confidence. While the specific details of its construction and early history are not readily available, such navigational aids are typically established to support the diverse maritime traffic, from local fishing fleets and commercial vessels to recreational boats, that frequent these often complex coastal waters. Today, the light remains active, steadfastly continuing its vital function for all who traverse these seas. Visitors are welcome to explore the surrounding site, soaking in the coastal views and the rich historical ambiance of the area, though access to the tower itself is currently restricted.
Visiting
- Open to public
- Site open, tower closed
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