Name and Location

The Îlet du Gosier Lighthouse (Phare de l’Îlet du Gosier) is an active sea mark located on a small islet off the coast of Le Gosier, on Grande-Terre in Guadeloupe. Its official addresses are Ilet du Gosier, Le Gosier 97190, Guadeloupe, France.

Construction and History

The lighthouse sits on a rocky islet at the southeastern entrance to the Gosier lagoon. Although its construction date and architect are not documented, it is likely that it was built using rendered masonry or concrete, which is standard for French overseas lighthouses.

Architecture and Materials

The tower stands 21 meters above its concrete base and has a focal height of 24 meters above mean sea level. It features a cylindrical masonry tower with a balcony and lantern, painted white with a horizontal red band and red lantern.

Light and Navigation

The lighthouse emits a group-2 flashing red light every 10 seconds (Fl(2) R 10 s), with a range of 21 nautical miles. Its sectors are 259°–115°, where the light is visible over this arc; the rest is obscured or unlit.

Accessibility and Visiting

The islet is uninhabited and accessible only by private boat or tour; there is no regular ferry service. The tower is fenced and not open for public entry. Best viewing points include Pointe Caraïbe, Gosier beachfront, or boat excursions around the lagoon.

Notable Views and Landscape

Technical and Operational Details

The lighthouse is fully automated (standard practice under French “Service des phares et balises”) and managed by French maritime authorities. Its official identifiers include Wikidata: Q3378450, Admiralty number: J5734, and NGA number: 110-14860.

Further Information

For more information, refer to OpenStreetMap (“way/125052898”), Wikidata entry Q3378450, French Cadastre DGI – Direction Générale des Impôts (2010), Admiralty List of Lights, Volume K (J5734), and NGA List of Lights, Volume — Atlantic Ocean (110-14860).